State's Sh20b plan to boost local manufacturing

Rivital healthcare Workers operate machines at Rivital Healthcare in Kilifi County on April 29, 2021.[Omondi Onyango, Standard]

The government is banking on special economic zones (SEZs) to spur growth of industries in the counties in a move that could help the manufacturing sector recover from a difficult operating year. 

According to the 2021-22 Budget presented by National Treasury Cabinet Secretary Ukur Yatani yesterday, the government has set aside Sh20.5 billion for the promotion of local industries through various ministries.