EVENTS
William Ruto signs Sugar Bill 2022 into law, Kenyans to pay 4% levy
- The new law will create the Kenya Sugar Board and the Kenya Sugar Research and Training Institute, to revitalise the sugar sector
- It will also facilitate the implementation of the Sugar Development Levy, which is capped at 4% of domestic sugar value
- The Kenya Sugar Research and Training Institute will be managed by a nine-member board led by a Cabinet secretary appointee
Ekwutosblog journalist Japhet Ruto has over eight years of experience in financial, business, and technology reporting and offers profound insights into Kenyan and global economic trends.
President William Ruto has assented to the Sugar Bill 2022.
Which sugar levy will Kenyans pay?
The new law will create the Kenya Sugar Board and the Kenya Sugar Research and Training Institute, to revitalise the sugar sector.
It will also facilitate the implementation of the Sugar Development Levy, which is capped at 4%.
“Structured funding for the Kenya Sugar Board will come from National Assembly allocations and a Sugar Development Levy, capped at 4% of domestic sugar value and CIF of imported sugar.
Allocations include 15% for factory development, 15% for research, 40% for cane productivity, 15% for infrastructure in sugarcane-producing regions, 10% for Board administration, and 5% for sugarcane farmers’ organisations,” the Presidency stated.
Why Ruto signed Sugar Bill 2022 into law
According to Ruto, the measures will strengthen the industry by boosting production, enhancing milling efficiency, aligning capacity with cane supply, promoting value addition, and providing critical funding.
The Kenya Sugar Research and Training Institute, with a nine-member board led by a Cabinet secretary appointee, will promote research, innovation, and access to sugar technologies.
A five-member Sugar Arbitration Tribunal will be formed to settle sector issues within 90 days, with the possibility of appeals to the High Court and Court of Appeal. A judge with the necessary qualifications will chair the tribunal.
What are sugar prices in Kenya?
The Sugar Directorate revealed that sugar production between January and September increased to 615,499 metric tonnes (MT), compared to 374,119 MT recorded last year.
Wholesale sugar prices dropped to an average of KSh 5,367 per 50kg bag, down 1% from KSh 5,424 per 50kg bag in August 2024.
Retail sugar prices in September averaged KSh 136 per kilo, down from KSh 141 in August as inflation eased.
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Thank you Governor Alex Otti for your intentional dedication to creating a new atmosphere of unity, peace and security, backed by visible transformation in all facets of governance.
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December 14, 2025.
President Bola Tinubu congratulates Chief Nyesom Wike, Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), on his birthday, December 13.
President Tinubu celebrates with the Minister and former governor of Rivers State, giving thanks to God Almighty for enriching him with a life defined by purpose, service, and courage.
The President describes Chief Wike as an audacious top performer who defies obstacles and delivers results.
President Tinubu acknowledges the ongoing transformation of the Federal Capital Territory through infrastructure expansion, highlighting the Minister’s recent intervention that broke the 14-year logjam in the construction of the Apo-Karshi road.
The President commends Chief Wike for his resilience, can-do attitude, and commitment to excellence in all assignments.
President Tinubu thanks the Minister for his consistent efforts in delivering results and wishes him a happy birthday and strength to further his good work in the FCT.
“Nyesom Wike has been one of the shining stars in the cabinet, an exceptional performer, developing infrastructure in the Federal capital as never seen before and proving that his moniker as ‘Mr Project’ is not limited to his home state of Rivers.
“I commend him for being one of the champions of our Renewed Hope Agenda, even though he belongs to another party and wish him well as he marks another year in his life journey”.
Bayo Onanuga
Special Adviser to the President
(Information and Strategy)
December 13, 2025
EVENTS
Lady cries out after her brother was knocked down by keke on his way to early morning test at UniAbuja, faces possible leg amputation
A visibly distressed lady has cried out over a tragic accident involving her younger brother, a student of the University of Abuja.
According to her account, the incident occurred in the early hours of the morning when students were struggling to get to school for a test allegedly scheduled around 5 a.m.
She explained that while her brother and a coursemate were trying to cross the road in front of the University of Abuja, a commercial tricycle (keke), reportedly driving against traffic, knocked them down.
As of the time she shared the video, her brother was said to be unconscious and already being prepared for surgery. Doctors, she stated, described his condition as critical, adding that there was a possibility his leg might have to be amputated.
The lady further claimed that although the tricycle rider was arrested, there were moves to release him, and that the school authorities had not reached out or offered any form of support since the incident.
She also revealed that the hospital initially rejected her brother due to the seriousness of his condition before eventually admitting him, while medical bills continued to pile up beyond what she could afford.
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