Kenya-UAE Agricultural Partnership Aims to Boost Food Security

The Kenya-UAE agricultural partnership seeks to improve food security in Kenya by leveraging the strengths of both countries. Kenya offers agricultural potential, a strategic location, and an enterprising farming community, while the UAE brings investment capacity, logistics expertise, and commercial connections.

Galana Kulalu Food Security Project

The proposed development of the Galana Kulalu Food Security Project is a key example of this partnership. The UAE-based Al Dahra Group plans to invest over US$800 million in irrigated agricultural production across 200,000 acres, with the goal of reducing Kenya's reliance on imported food and creating employment opportunities.

• The project aims to save Kenya KSh 400-500 billion annually in import costs
• It will also create demand for machinery, transport, storage, packaging, and food processing, generating employment and commercial opportunities for local suppliers

Source: KBC Digital. AI-assisted summary.