Sugar industry in Kenya has been hailed to be a major contributor to the economy.
Hon. Raila Odinga said on Monday at a consultative meeting with sugar industry stakeholders in Kisumu that the sector is given priority in Kenya for its importance.
“A viable and sustainable sugar industry is vital for the development of Kenya,” stated Raila.
At the meeting attended by among others Agriculture CS Mwangi Kiunjuri, Governors: Wyclife Oparanya (Kakamega), Arap Sang (Nandi), Okoth Obado (Migori) and Cornel Rasanga (Siaya), Chairman of the Privatization Commission Hon. Otuoma some MPs and Senators from the region, it was agreed that exemplary cooperation and understanding between all stakeholders is needed for the survival of the sugar industry.