[Wilberforce Okwiri, Standard]Tea farmers across the country have been crying over poor prices while other tea farmers world over smile all the way to the bank. For some time now, there have been wrangles ailing the management of the smallholder factories and the Kenya Tea Development Authority (KTDA). During this meeting, Interior CS Fred Matiang’i warned former officials who have been reluctant to leave the office for the newly elected officials. CS Matiang’i, on the other hand, confirmed that the government is "serious about the tea business". On the issue of adamant former directors, CS Matiang’i commanded county and regional commissioners to oversee the transition and ensure it is smooth.

Source: Standard Digital May 17, 2021 14:46 UTC