NAIROBI, Kenya, July 23 – Kenya’s miraa (khat) farmers and exporters have obtained a significant increase following the clearance of the stimulant crop for export to Djibouti.
The Agriculture and Food Authority (AFA), in a press release Wednesday, disclosed that commerce negotiations between the 2 international locations have paved the way in which for authorized and controlled entry to the Djibouti market.
The growth follows a commerce mission to Djibouti in October 2024 and a reciprocal go to by a Djibouti delegation to Kenya in November 2024.
These engagements led to a bilateral settlement permitting Kenyan miraa into Djibouti, supplied exporters meet all regulatory necessities.
“This new growth marks a significant milestone in diversifying Kenya’s miraa export markets,” stated AFA Director General Bruno Linyiru.
“The merchants are inspired to make the most of this new business alternative and hyperlink up with patrons in Djibouti for enterprise engagements.”
According to Lunyirio, exporters concerned about accessing the Djibouti market should adjust to the nation’s import laws.
These embody acquiring related permits and adhering to product high quality and security requirements. Additionally, compliance with Kenya’s export pointers and procedures is required to make sure seamless commerce operations.
Kenya has been aggressively looking for new worldwide markets for miraa following latest fluctuations in demand from conventional locations similar to Somalia.
The entry into the Djibouti market is predicted to reinforce earnings for farmers and stimulate financial exercise in miraa-producing areas like Meru and Embu.
The announcement comes as Kenya intensifies efforts to develop agricultural exports and strengthen regional commerce ties throughout the Horn of Africa.
