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Kenyan MPs investigate 27,000 tonnes of imported sugar over safety and clearance concerns By ChiniMandi - June 11, 2026 Lawmakers in Kenya have launched an investigation into the importation of 27,000 tonnes of sugar by Kibos Sugar Refinery Limited following concerns over the product’s safety, documentation and movement within the country. The probe was initiated by the National Assembly Committee on Trade, Industry and Cooperatives after members discovered that part of the sugar consignment had already been transported to Nairobi and Kisumu despite lacking critical details such as the date of manufacture and expiry date, Eastleighvoice.co.ke reported. The committee conducted an inspection at the Inland Container Depot (ICD) in Nairobi to assess the status of the sugar, following an earlier visit to a Kenya Ports Authority bonded warehouse in Mombasa. The inspection revealed that while some of the imported sugar remained in storage in Mombasa, a significant portion had already been moved inland. Documents presented to the committee showed that Kibos Sugar imported approximately 27,000 metric tonnes of raw sugar. Of this quantity, about 3,900 tonnes had been transported to Kisumu, while around 2,500 tonnes were being stored at the ICD in Nairobi. Officials from the Kenya Revenue Authority defended the clearance of the shipment, stating that the sugar was imported as a raw material intended for industrial processing and was therefore permitted entry into the country. However, committee members questioned whether the sugar could be considered suitable for processing when there was no clear information indicating when it had been produced at its source. Committee Chairperson Bernard Shinali said authorities had been unable to determine when the raw sugar was extracted, raising concerns about its condition and suitability for industrial use. The committee also questioned why part of the consignment had been transported to Nairobi rather than directly to Kisumu, where the Kibos Sugar refinery is located. Representatives of the Kenya Sugar Board informed lawmakers that none of the imported sugar had been processed because the refinery plant was undergoing maintenance following a breakdown. Pending the outcome of investigations, the committee has ordered an immediate halt to all activities involving the consignment. The inquiry will focus on the circumstances surrounding the sugar’s importation, clearance, transportation and storage. Lawmakers said processing of the sugar must remain suspended until investigations are completed and authorities establish whether the consignment is safe for use. Brasil Sugar International https://brasil-sugar.com / [email protected] / WhatsApp: USA 1 248 939 2646