Sugar & Confectionery – AFRICAN & MIDDLE EAST NEWS
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IFF launches DuoGel to improve texture of plant-based gummies across EMEA
IFF has introduced GRINDSTED® DuoGel, a new stabilizer system designed to help manufacturers create plant-based gummies with a texture closer to traditional gelatin-based confectionery.
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Kenya sugar farmers back import levy hike as industry pushes for sector revival
Farmers welcome higher sugar import levy, saying it will protect local producers and revive the industry amid ongoing reforms, despite concerns over potential consumer price increases.
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Uganda sugar stakeholders warn proposed excise duty hike could cut farmer earnings, depress cane prices
Uganda’s sugar industry stakeholders warn that a proposed excise duty increase could reduce cane prices, strain farmers, and weaken production in key growing regions.
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Tongaat Hullett avoids liquidation as IDC, Vision Consortium strike rescue deal
Tongaat Hulett remains in business rescue after a deal between IDC and Vision Consortium averts liquidation and secures funding to stabilize operations.
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Kenya MPs probe 27,000-tonne Kibos sugar import over safety, clearance and distribution concerns
Kenyan lawmakers have suspended processing of a 27,000-tonne sugar consignment by Kibos Sugar, citing safety concerns, missing documentation and irregular movement between key storage facilities.