President William Ruto signed the Sugar Bill 2022 on Friday, with the goal of reviving the sugar business.
The Bill will address the issues that have damaged the formerly thriving and prosperous industry, which provides a key source of income for many farmers.
The Bill will allow for the reinstatement of the Kenya Sugar Board, the formation of the Kenya Sugar Research and Training Institute, and the implementation of the Sugar Development Levy.
These measures are set to strengthen the industry by boosting production, enhancing milling efficiency, aligning capacity with cane supply, promoting value addition, and providing critical funding to benefit all stakeholders.
The Kenya Sugar Board will be empowered to regulate, develop, and promote the sugar industry, coordinate stakeholders, participate in policy-making, and collaborate with government and research institutions.
The Board will also oversee sugar trade, advise growers, regulate pricing, license mills, and conduct market surveillance.
