How translator cracked the fruit export business

Avocadoes to be exported pictured at Fawakih Import and Export Limited in Mlolongo on September 17, 2024. 

Photo credit: Bonface Bogita | Nation Media Group

The mango season is in full swing across Kenya, and the country’s orchards are overflowing with juicy, ripe fruit. It’s a critical time for farmers and exporters as they rush to meet local and international demand while ensuring the produce quality is maintained.

For Elmiqdad Hassan, the managing director of Fawaki Import and Export, peak season means long hours and relentless focus. Mangoes sell for as little as Sh20 each, but the real challenge lies in logistics. Speedy export is key to preserving quality and meeting market expectations.

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