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Three months later, Nzoia Sugar roars back to life after repairs

The sugar factory was closed down on May 19, and many worn-out parts, including leaking pipes and boilers, were replaced.

By Juliet Omelo 4 days ago

Three months later, Nzoia Sugar roars back to life after repairs

Farmers want more judges for Mumias Sugar court case

Farmers want more judges for Mumias Sugar court case

By Kamau Muthoni 14 days ago

Mumias sugar company set to resume operations

Mumias sugar company set to resume operations

By John Shilitsa 15 days ago

Ugandan miller Sarrai starts operation at Mumias

Ugandan miller Sarrai starts operation at Mumias

By Kamau Muthoni 21 days ago

Kabras Sugar win Kakamega Sevens title

Kabras Sugar RFC celebrates with their trophy after beating KCB 9-6 to win the Enterprise Cup played at the RFUEA Ground on Saturday April 09, 2022. [Stafford Ondego, Standard]

By Washington Onyango 26 days ago

Kabras Sugar win Kakamega Sevens title

Paul Muite explains weight loss

The picture of Paul Muite which has since gone viral. [Photo, Twitter]

By David Njaaga 28 days ago

Paul Muite explains weight loss

Rugby: Kabras Sugar to renew rivalry with KCB at Kakamega Sevens

Kabras Sugar will renew their rivalry with KCB when the curtains fall on the 2022 National Sevens Circuit with the sixth and final round

By Washington Onyango 29 days ago

Rugby: Kabras Sugar to renew rivalry with KCB at Kakamega Sevens

Babu challenges Nzoia to make history with Lidonde Cup triumph

Nzoia Sugar coach Salim Babu has challenged his players to make history beating AFC Leopards in today's final of the inaugural Elijah Lidonde Memorial Cup

By Rodgers Eshitemi 1 month ago

Babu challenges Nzoia to make history with Lidonde Cup triumph

We must do away with myths, sentimental traditions in fight against diabetes

In 2008, there were 1.3 million cases of diabetes in Kenya. This number is expected to rise to more than 2 million by 2030.

By Surjit Singh Flora 1 month ago

We must do away with myths, sentimental traditions in fight against diabetes

Court gives green light for leasing of 5 sugar companies

The government owns majority shares in the five millers.

By Kamau Muthoni 1 month ago

Court gives green light for leasing of 5 sugar companies

Rivals KCB and Kabras Sugar reach Driftwood Sevens quarterfinals

Defending champions KCB and arch rivals Kabras Sugar are trough to the quarterfinals of the Driftwood Sevens.

By Washington Onyango 1 month ago

Rivals KCB and Kabras Sugar reach Driftwood Sevens quarterfinals

Kabras Sugar renew rivalry with KCB today

Kenya Cup champions Kabras Sugar will renew their rivalry with KCB as the 2022 National Sevens Circuit resumes with the third leg Driftwood Sevens at Mombasa Sports Club

By Washington Onyango 1 month ago

Kabras Sugar renew rivalry with KCB today

William Ruto pledges to revive Mumias Sugar

Ruto also blamed President Uhuru Kenyatta and his handshake partner, Raila Odinga, for the hard economic times Kenyans are facing, saying they abandoned the Big Four Agenda.

By Brian Kisanji 1 month ago

William Ruto pledges to revive Mumias Sugar

Hockey:Butali seek return to top of Premier League

Reigning champions Butali Sugar Warriors will be seeking to regain the lead in the men’s Kenya Hockey Union (KHU) Premier League when they host Sailors at City Park tomorrow.

By Washington Onyango 2 months ago

Hockey:Butali seek return to top of Premier League

Wamalwa urges senators to pass Sugar Bill, says reforms crucial

Sugar Bill proposes reforms such as the gazettement of the sugar sector regulations including import rules, amendment of the Agriculture and Food Authority Act and Crops Act.

By Robert Amalemba 2 months ago

Wamalwa urges senators to pass Sugar Bill, says reforms crucial

Ex-Nzoia Sugar staff gets Sh4.5 million for wrongful dismissal

Justice Keli ruled Wasike was dismissed without due regard to the law and the publication of his sacking could curtail his chances of securing another job.

By Robert Amalemba 2 months ago

Ex-Nzoia Sugar staff gets Sh4.5 million for wrongful dismissal

Parties back in court over Mumias Sugar receiver manager

Sarrai had been awarded the lease but was opposed by, among others, its rival in the bidding process West Kenya Limited.

By Kamau Muthoni 2 months ago

Parties back in court over Mumias Sugar receiver manager

KCB, Kabras Sugar advance to Christie Sevens quarters

Christie Sevens defending champions KCB, Strathmore Leos, Homeboyz, Mwamba and Kabras Sugar secured main cup quarterfinal berths after kicking off the second leg of the National Sevens Circuit

By Washington Onyango 2 months ago

KCB, Kabras Sugar advance to Christie Sevens quarters

Rugby: Kabras Sugar renew rivalry with Menengai Oilers at Christie Sevens

Kabras Sugar will renew their rivalry with Menengai Oilers at Christie Sevens, the second leg of the National Sevens Series set for Saturday at the RFUEA ground in Nairobi.

By Washington Onyango 2 months ago

Rugby: Kabras Sugar renew rivalry with Menengai Oilers at Christie Sevens

Tusker drop points as Bandari close in on top two

Relegation fighting Nzoia Sugar on Sunday slowed down Tusker's title charge after holding the Brewers to a 2-2 draw in an Tusker game

By Washington Onyango 2 months ago

Tusker drop points as Bandari close in on top two

Rugby: MMUST versus Kabras to kick off Kabeberi Sevens on Saturday

A clash between Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology (MMUST RFC) and Kabras Sugar will kick off the opening leg of the 2022 National Sevens Circuit

By Washington Onyango 2 months ago

Rugby: MMUST versus Kabras to kick off Kabeberi Sevens on Saturday

Kabras chase Kabeberi Sevens glory

Kenya Cup champions Kabras Sugar are confident of successful outing in the 2022 National Sevens Circuit

By Washington Onyango 2 months ago

Kabras chase Kabeberi Sevens glory

Evans Kidero: I will improve roads to boost sugarcane farming

Many farmers in the area are now staring at losses of millions of shillings as their produce dries in plantations

By James Omoro 2 months ago

Evans Kidero: I will improve roads to boost sugarcane farming

Nzoia Sugar Company to close for maintenance

The company will suspend its operations for eight weeks for routine maintenance from May 19.

By Omelo Juliet 3 months ago

Nzoia Sugar Company to close for maintenance

New sugarcane prices fail to excite farmers

While some of the farmers interviewed in Busia, Kakamega, Bungoma and parts of Nyanza welcomed the move, saying the new price will encourage increased production of the crop.

By Jackline Inyanji 3 months ago

New sugarcane prices fail to excite farmers

Relegation battle hots up as Mathare issue walkover

The battle to avoid relegation from the FKF Premier League will continue this weekend with Vihiga Bullets, Wazito and Nzoia Sugar all involved

By Washington Onyango 3 months ago

Relegation battle hots up as Mathare issue walkover

Creditor wants Sarrai kicked out of Mumias Sugar

A Mumias Sugar creditor has urged court to kick out Ugandan firm Sarrai Group from the miller's premises.

By Robert Amalemba 3 months ago

Creditor wants Sarrai kicked out of Mumias Sugar

Keep off Mumias Sugar affairs, politicians told

Tumaz had offered Sh27.6 billion for the leasing of Mumias Sugar assets, with West Kenya also against the awarding of the Ugandan firm.

By Robert Amalemba 3 months ago

Keep off Mumias Sugar affairs, politicians told

Mumias Sugar lease deal turns sour for Ugandan miller Sarrai

The revival of Mumias Sugar Company will have to wait longer after High Court cancelled the lease awarded to Ugandan miller Sarrai Group.

By Paul Ogemba 3 months ago

Mumias Sugar lease deal turns sour for Ugandan miller Sarrai

Mixed results for Kenya rugby teams at international events

Kenyan national teams registered mixed results on Saturday and yesterday in an action packed weekend both locally and internationally.

By Washington Onyango 4 months ago

Mixed results for Kenya rugby teams at international events

Dukisa stars as Kabras Sugar retain Enterprise Cup title

South African fly-half Ntabeni Dukisa scored three penalties as Kabras Sugar narrowly defeated KCB 9-3 in the Enterprise Cup finals

By Washington Onyango 4 months ago

Dukisa stars as Kabras Sugar retain Enterprise Cup title

Rugby: Kabras Sugar renew rivalry with KCB in Enterprise Cup final on Saturday

Defending champions Kabras Sugar take on KCB in the final of the Enterprise Cup at the RFUEA Ground on Saturday.

By Washington Onyango 4 months ago

Rugby: Kabras Sugar renew rivalry with KCB in Enterprise Cup final on Saturday

Rugby: Odera names final Kenya Simbas squad for Currie Cup

Kenya Simbas head coach Paul Odera on Wednesday named the final 32-man squad for the Currie Cup First Division in South Africa.

By Washington Onyango 4 months ago

Rugby: Odera names final Kenya Simbas squad for Currie Cup

Kabras Sugar see off Homeboyz to book KCB in Enterprise Cup final

Kenya Cup champions Kabras Sugar put up an improved second half performance to thrash Homeboyz 37-11 in the Enterprise Cup semifinal played at the Kak

By Washington Onyango 4 months ago

Kabras Sugar see off Homeboyz to book KCB in Enterprise Cup final

Rugby: Kabras Sugar upbeat of reaching Enterprise Cup finals

Defending champions Kabras Sugar are confident of reaching their second consecutive Enterprise Cup finals.

By Washington Onyango 4 months ago

Rugby: Kabras Sugar upbeat of reaching Enterprise Cup finals

I earn Sh10,000 daily from jaggery, Kakamega man claims

Machika uses a bull tied to a wooden plank to help it move a sugarcane crusher while walking in a circular motion.

By Bernard Lusigi 4 months ago

I earn Sh10,000 daily from jaggery, Kakamega man claims

I will revive sugar factories to spur growth, says Raila

According to the former prime minister, the revival of these industries will create employment.

By Brian Kisanji 4 months ago

I will revive sugar factories to spur growth, says Raila

Kabras Sugar, KCB storm into Enterprise Cup semifinals

Defending champions Kabras Sugar are through to the semifinals of the Enterprise Cup after knocking out Nondescripts 34-17 in a quarterfinal match pla

By Washington Onyango 4 months ago

Kabras Sugar, KCB storm into Enterprise Cup semifinals

Defending champions Kabras Sugar edge Nondies to reach Enterprise Cup semifinals

Defending champions Kabras Sugar are through to the semifinals of the Enterprise Cup after knocking out Nondescripts 34-17 in a quarterfinal match pla

By Washington Onyango 4 months ago

Defending champions Kabras Sugar edge Nondies to reach Enterprise Cup semifinals

How sugarcane mess turned farmers into bitter paupers

The distraught farmers, some of whom even leased land, have never been paid by Sony Sugar more than one year later.

By Anne Atieno 4 months ago

How sugarcane mess turned farmers into bitter paupers

Kenya Cup champions Kabras Sugar shifts focus to Enterprise Cup

Kenya Cup champions Kabras Sugar will be seeking to continue with their perfect 2021-2022 season when they host Nondescripts in the Enterprise Cup qua

By Washington Onyango 4 months ago

Kenya Cup champions Kabras Sugar shifts focus to Enterprise Cup

High Court bars clearance of imported sugar

Only sugar imported under the Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (Comesa) quota will be allowed into the Kenyan market.

By Patrick Kibet 4 months ago

High Court bars clearance of imported sugar

Butali Warriors ready to jog to another league title

Despite not playing hockey for the past two years, Butali Sugar Warriors are ready to march to the championship once again.

By Washington Onyango 4 months ago

Butali Warriors ready to jog to another league title

Auditor General flags anomalies in Nzoia, Sony books

Nzoia Sugar Company reported Sh3.4 billion in losses in 2020, a 10 per cent increase from Sh3.1 billion reported in 2019.

By Frankline Sunday 4 months ago

Auditor General flags anomalies in Nzoia, Sony books

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