KTDA factories have announced lower bonus rates amid weaker green leaf deliveries, higher petroleum costs, shipping disruptions and concerns over the 0.8 per cent export levy.
KTDA factories are preparing financial reviews ahead of bonus declarations as lower green-leaf deliveries and market pressures shape expectations for farmers.
The ruling leaves Citibank’s challenge to a DCI investigation intact, while Kiru maintains that its complaint concerns alleged unauthorised borrowing and repayment from factory funds.
KTDA Chairman Enos Njeru says factory borrowing is largely linked to operations, investments and expansion, while financial needs vary across the tea sector.
Seven more factories are expected to gain autonomy within two months as Kenya expands tea export markets and promotes value addition.