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Unlocking our industrial potential through contract manufacturing

By Anthony Mwangi | 9mos ago

Kenya Association Of Manufacturers(KAM) CEO Anthony Mwangi speaking during Changamka shopping festival 2022 launch.[Wilberforce Okwiri,Standard]

Kenya's manufacturing sector stands at a crucial juncture. Despite marginal growth over the years, the sector's contribution to the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) has declined from about 12 per cent in 2012 to 7.6 per cent in 2024.

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