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EU TO SUPPORT THE ESTABLISHMENT OF EXPORT SUPPLY HUB FOR FRUITS AND VEGETABLES IN MAKUENI COUNTY
The European Union, in partnership with two entities, Trademark Africa and Rootooba, and Makueni County Government hosted a stakeholder meeting on Thursday to plan for the creation of an export supply hub for fruits and vegetables in Makueni County.
The proposed export hub in Makueni is part of a nationwide initiative to establish three hubs.
It is intended to serve as a central facility for processing, packaging and exporting fresh produce from neighboring counties, including Kitui, Machakos, Taita Taveta and Kajiado.
Speaking during the consultative forum, Makueni’s Agriculture, Livestock, Fisheries and Cooperative Development CECM Joyce Mutua noted that the hub will help local farmers by improving access to larger markets, offering better prices and boosting their income through increased export opportunities.
Mutua says the initiative aims at streamlining the agricultural supply chain by ensuring that the produce meets international market standards while facilitating efficient distribution to global markets.
Trademark Africa Director for Standards Dr. Andrew Edewa praised Makueni County for its collaboration in establishing the hub, emphasizing that the facility will be a transformative asset for local farmers.
The meeting brought together key stakeholders including representatives from KEPHIS, TradeMark Africa, Farmer Producer Company, JKUAT, Fresh Produce Exporters Association of Kenya, exporters and farmers to discuss challenges in current agricultural practices, ways to improve market compliance and explore collaboration opportunities.
The forum was also attended by Kajiado CECM for Trade and Investment, Leah Marias and Taita Taveta Chief officer for Trade, Nashon Nyali among other representatives.
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EQUITY GROUP FOUNDATION EXPLORES COLLABORATION WITH MAKUENI COUNTY
A delegation from the Equity Group Foundation (EGF), led by Advocacy Director Hon. Kinoti Bonface, paid a courtesy visit to Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr. at his office on Tuesday evening.
The Equity Group Foundation is a social arm of Equity Group Holdings that focuses on improving livelihoods for low-income communities through economic opportunities, skill development and providing innovative financial solutions.
During the visit, discussions highlighted opportunities to train MSMEs, support farmers and provide financing solutions to boost local economic growth.
Governor Kilonzo encouraged the Equity team to identify broader investment opportunities in Makueni, with an emphasis on agriculture, health and education.
Kilonzo further reaffirmed the county government’s commitment to initiatives that empower Makueni residents economically.
Also present at the meeting was CECM for Finance and Socio-Economic Planning, Damaris Kavoi.
EPIC MOMENTS FROM ELDORET AS THE MAKUENI COUNTY CHOIR GRACES THE KENYA MUSIC & CULTURAL FESTIVAL AT MOI GIRLS SECONDARY SCHOOL.
Epic moments from Eldoret as the Makueni County Choir, joined by Trade, Marketing, Industry, Culture and Tourism Chief Officer Dr. Josyllyn Nzilani graces the Kenya Music and Cultural Festival at Moi Girls Secondary School.
