Nairobi, June 25 -- The assent of the new Coffee Act by President William Ruto marks a major turning point in Kenya's agricultural and economic landscape.

Coming at a time when the country is seeking sustainable avenues for rural wealth creation, export growth, and economic resilience, the Act has injected renewed optimism into a sector that has historically been one of Kenya's most valuable foreign exchange earners.

The momentum generated by the Coffee Act was further reinforced on June 22, 2026, when President Ruto launched the national coffee revival programme in Kirinyaga County, unveiling a comprehensive package of reforms aimed at restoring the sector's competitiveness and profitability.

For decades, Kenya's coffee industry has s...