Nairobi, May 28, 2024 – President William Ruto held a significant meeting with leaders from Embu County at State House, Nairobi, to discuss the recent ban on muguka.The discussions centered on the implications of the ban on the local community and the broader agricultural sector.
In a statement following the meeting, President Ruto emphasized the importance of treating miraa and muguka as scheduled crops, acknowledging their economic and cultural significance.
“We have agreed that miraa/muguka being a scheduled crop, a meeting be convened to discuss the issue,” President Ruto announced.To address the concerns raised by Embu County leaders and other stakeholders, President Ruto directed the Ministry of Agriculture to organize a comprehensive forum.
This forum will bring together all relevant parties and stakeholders to deliberate on the way forward for the regulation and management of muguka.”The Ministry of Agriculture will convene a forum of all parties and stakeholders concerned,” President Ruto added.This initiative aims to ensure that the voices of all affected communities are heard and that a balanced solution is reached.
The meeting at State House underscores the government’s commitment to engaging with local leaders and communities to address agricultural challenges and policy impacts.The outcome of the upcoming forum will be crucial in shaping the future of miraa and muguka cultivation and trade in Kenya.
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