The government, through the Cabinet Secretary of Agriculture, has confirmed reduced sugar prices amid a recent hike in fuel prices.
The precious commodity, which retailed at Ksh 5,750 per tonne, will now be bought at Ksh 5,000 per tonne, a move that has been termed as a way to sustain millers and balance farmers’ income.
“The government has revised the minimum sugarcane price from KSh 5,750 to KSh 5,500 per tonne following consultations to balance farmer earnings and miller sustainability.
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and current market realities. In a directive issued by the Kenya Sugar Board on April 24, 2026, all millers were ordered to implement the new price immediately and ensure prompt farmer payments,” said the CS
The news follows a 4th Interim Sugarcane Pricing Committee, which decided on the prices, which have also been affected by the increased importation of sugar in the country.
“The review followed deliberations by the 4th Interim Sugarcane Pricing Committee, which assessed market conditions as sugar production and cane availability increased across the country.
With more sugar in the market, prices have dropped from about KSh 7,000 to between KSh 6,000 and KSh 6,100 per 50kg bag, making the review necessary to keep factories operational and the industry sustainable.” read the statement
It has also been revealed that the prices were first proposed at Ksh 5,000 before the government settled for Ksh 5,500.
According to the government, Tanzania and Uganda have set their prices at Ksh 4,900 and Ksh 4,500 respectively.
“Although some millers proposed a lower price of KSh 5,000 per tonne, the government settled on KSh 5,500 to protect farmers from a sharp reduction while responding to market changes.
Kenyan farmers still earn more than their regional counterparts, with Tanzania paying about KSh 4,900 and Uganda KSh 4,500 per tonne. The move is part of broader reforms by CS Sen. Mutahi Kagwe to revive the sugar sector, support millers, protect farmers, and reduce sugar imports,” read the statement
