The UK has rolled out programs as part of efforts to boost the growth of Kenyan horticultural products through targeted trade and investment support. UK Trade Envoy to Kenya Theo Clarke has stated that the new programs will help the two countries capitalize on investment opportunities which she notes will increase job opportunities. “Our economic relationship with Kenya is a key cornerstone of our strategic partnership. We want to see more Kenyan produce from fresh and frozen fruit and vegetables to mangoes and avocados on supermarket shelves in the UK,” she said.
Through the two programs, Boris Johnson’s government aims to support the Kenyan horticultural sector with a focus on growing exports from Kenya to the UK. Some of the products targeted include: vegetables, mangoes, avocados, and value-added products (dried / prepared fruit, avocado oil, and nut mixes / butters). The UK will also be looking to grow exports to Kenya. According to a report released by the UK, Kenyan horticultural exports to the UK are currently worth Sh 50 billion a year.