Kenya’s expenditure on food imports jumped by nearly Sh100 billion in the 12 months to September 2023, underlining the devastating impact of prolonged drought and disruptions in global supply chains on the country’s food security.
Traders splashed Sh338.96 billion on food and beverages from abroad in the review period compared with Sh239.98 billion in a similar period in the prior year, analysis of official data shows. The 41.25 percent or Sh98.98 billion bump came at a time when President William Ruto marked the first full year in office.
