Milk shortage persists in Kenya, Rwanda

Author: theeastafrican.co.kePublished on: September 5, 2026Country: Kenya

Business & Economy

A severe milk shortage in Kenya and Rwanda is attributed to adverse weather conditions and declining dairy farming returns. The Consumer Federation of Kenya (Cofek) warned that without urgent government intervention, the situation could worsen, with supermarkets limiting milk purchases. The Kenya Dairy Board confirmed a 3.7 percent drop in formal milk deliveries to processors, while popular brands have disappeared from shelves.

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