[Elvis Ogina, Standard]The Kenya Tea Development Agency (KTDA) leadership has told critics to stop politicising the industry and instead seek advice from knowledgeable persons. KTDA Holding Chairman Chege Kirundi regretted that in the past, politicians have been issuing contradicting statements to tarnish the multi-billion shillings industry for their selfish gain. Addressing the media in a Kenol hotel, Murang’a, Mr Kirundi said KTDA and the tea factories had submitted their views on the Tea Amendment Bill that is before Parliament awaiting the third reading. Fielding questions from journalists on the farmers' representation in the KTDA subsidiaries, he said, since they are property of the tea growers, they should be protected by the directors elected from the zones. On marketing, he said, KTDA will not condone low-quality tea based on the fact that buyers are interested in tea from particular factories due to their taste and aroma.

Source: Standard Digital January 06, 2026 15:42 UTC