The High Court ruled that EACC cannot investigate KTDA’s commodity loan arrangements, stating the matter falls outside the commission’s statutory mandate.
Kericho tea farmers say the new tea levy will reduce earnings, while the Tea Board of Kenya maintains the charge will support sector development.
Kenya maintained its dominance at the Mombasa Tea Auction in the first half of 2026 despite ongoing industry concerns over the newly introduced export levy.
Rwandan tea continues to lead prices at the Mombasa Tea Auction as Kenya faces rising unsold volumes amid export levy concerns and growing regional competition.
Rising unsold tea volumes at Mombasa auction spark concern among exporters and farmers, with industry players linking the trend to new export levies and weakening global demand.