Licensed Sugar Importers in Kenya

Overview

The sugar industry plays a pivotal role in Kenya’s agricultural economy, balancing domestic production with imports to meet consumer and industrial demand. The Kenya Sugar Board (KSB), under the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock Development, regulates sugar importation to ensure quality, compliance, and support for local producers. As of 2025, the KSB oversees the licensing of sugar importers, a process previously managed by the Agriculture and Food Authority (AFA) until the Sugar Act No. 11 of 2024 re-established the KSB. This guide provides an updated, alphabetically organized list of 233 licensed sugar importers in Kenya for the 2025 financial year, along with details on the application process, regulatory requirements, and the industry’s economic significance.

Licensed Sugar Importers in Kenya

Below is an alphabetically arranged list of the 233 companies licensed by the Kenya Sugar Board to import mill white and industrial sugar for the financial year spanning July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2025. This list reflects the most recent data available from the KSB, ensuring accuracy for stakeholders in the sugar supply chain.

Agri Pro-Pak Ltd
Ahmed Sheikh Dahir Enterprises
Africa Retail Traders Ltd
Aliko Imports and Exports Trading Co. Ltd
Alfatah Trades Ltd
Alfirdaus Commercial & Construction Ltd
Altanta Commercial Mall Ltd
Amki Kenya Ltd
Anchor Delta Trading Co Ltd
Angelina Kalunde and Sons Ltd
Arasan Traders Ltd
Ardent Ltd
Aus Kenya Ltd
Avalanche Trading Ltd
Baita Trading Co.
Barkat Developers Ltd
Bidco Africa Ltd
Bigsale Super Stores
Boland Group Ltd
Bonican Agencies
Brava Foods Industries Ltd
Candy Kenya Ltd
Capo General Trading Ltd
Cavanor Ltd
Ceres Investment Ltd
Chalcedony Solutions Ltd
Coastal Bottlers Ltd
Coast Terminal East Africa Ltd
Coca Cola Juices Ltd
Convex Commodities Merchants Ltd
Cosmocare Ltd
Cosmos Ltd
Cypress Enterprises
Daolan General Suppliers Ltd
Darasa Investment Ltd
Dawa Limited
Delmonte Kenya Ltd
Delta Fresh Produce
Double Dream Holdings Ltd
Drescoll Ltd
Dubai Mattress Ltd
East African Cargo Handlers Ltd
Ecobiz Enterprises Ltd
Eldogate Enterprises Ltd
Elys Chemicals Ltd
Emco Holding Ltd
Embassy Petroleum Ltd
Epique Solution Ltd
Equator Bottlers Ltd
Estaga Ltd
Estaga Ltd
Evany Kenya Ltd
Excel Chemicals Ltd
Express Co. Ltd
Faneddie Springs Investment Ltd
Faris Enterprises Ltd
Flora Bakers Ltd
Focus Logistic Ltd
Freon Traders Ltd
Futures Commodities Ltd
Gemini Gold East Africa Ltd
Ghaneema Enterprises Ltd
Glacier Products Ltd
Glaxosmithkline Ltd
Global Link East Africa Ltd
Greenbelt Wholesalers Ltd
Haleel Commodities Ltd
Highstar Food Industries Ltd
Highlands Mineral Water Co. Ltd
Homaline Company Ltd
Home Conforts Ltd
Hussaba Trading Co. Ltd
Imperial Commodities Ltd
Infolx Commodity Ltd
Inland Africa Logistics Ltd
Instaproducts EPZ Ltd
Interfarm Kenya Ltd
Jaki Wholesalers Ltd
Jetlak Foods Ltd
Jilao Company Ltd
Kamili Packers Ltd
Kanduyi Holdings Ltd
Kayman Group Ltd
Kenafric Industries Ltd
Kenhorn Juba (K) Ltd
Kenya Breweries Ltd
Kenya Sweets Ltd
Kibos Sugar Refinery Ltd
Kifaru Feeds Ltd
Kijani Holdings Ltd
Kilos (K) Ltd
Kisii Bottlers Ltd
Korbash Traders Ltd
Labaq Enterprises
Landmark Freight Services
Leadway Enterprises
Lego Stores Ltd
Lesphine Investment Ltd
Liban Commercial Agencies Ltd
Lighthouse Industries Ltd
Linksfield Enterprises Ltd
Lorenzo Giorgani Fashion Ltd
Macs Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Manji Food Industries
Manono Energy Ltd
Mapping Trading Co. Ltd
Marathon Ventures Ltd
Marangu Enterprises/Mary Wangui Mwangi
Marasa Ltd
Mashton Ltd
Mega Wholesalers
Metcom Ltd
Micaan Logistics Ltd
Midland Emporium
Mikros (K) Ltd
Milly Fruits Processors Ltd
Minergy (K) Ltd
Mjengo Ltd
Modern Investments Ltd
Mokan Logistics Ltd
Monsoon Tradewinds Ltd
Mshale Commodities Ltd
Mubi K Ltd
Mumias Distributors
Mzuri Sweets Ltd
Naboko Commodities Ltd
Nairobi Bottlers Ltd
Naku Co. (K) Ltd
Namewu Cereals General Stores Ltd
Nanasi Logistics Ltd
Nduba Enterprises Ltd
Nestle Kenya Ltd
Njoro Canning Factory K Ltd
North Cort Ltd
Oakdale Commodities Ltd
Oceania Investments Ltd
Olare Global Traders Ltd
One Commodities Ltd
Openfield Business Systems
Ornell Park Investments Ltd
Pacind International Ltd
Paleah Stores
Pamola Transporters Ltd
Patco Industries Ltd
Peakmus Bakers Ltd
Peclex Enterprises Ltd
Phoenix Commodities Ltd
Piccadilly Holding Ltd
Piccadily Holdings Ltd
Pillarmatt Ltd
Premier Foods Industries Ltd
Rabi Yasir Traders Ltd
Regal Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Regional Bargains Ltd
Remington Agency Ltd
Riety Co. Ltd
Riverside Business Ventures (K) Ltd
Rosam (K) Ltd
Rural Roads and Bridges Co Ltd
Saja Agencies Ltd
Salim Merchandise Ltd
Sampen Jos Co. Ltd
Sanjose Agencies Ltd
Sbc Kenya Ltd
Seatech Ltd
Sereni Fries Ltd
Shama Supplies Ltd
Shiffa Enterprises Ltd
Shree Sai Industries Ltd
Sirocco Investment (K) Ltd
Skidmore International Ltd
Sky Agencies Ltd
Skyfoods Ltd
Skyhawk Ltd
Somo Commodities Ltd
Sukari Investment Ltd
Sunny Processors
Sunova International Ltd
Sunveat Foods Ltd
Super Sweets Ltd
Swabri Ltd
Sybes Commodities Ltd
Taamland Enterprises Ltd
Takaba Investments Ltd
Tarzan Ltd
Taroni Holding Ltd
Tayba Wholesalers Ltd
Terra Firma Logistics Ltd
Tesia Supermarket Ltd
Test Investment Ltd
The Option Two Ltd
The Wrigley Co. (EA) Ltd
Tisha Enterprises Ltd
Totiyas Enterprises Ltd
Tricloover Industries (K) Ltd
Tropical Sunshine Produce Ltd
Trufoods Ltd
Uchale Logistics
Universal Corporation Ltd
Victoria Juice Co. Ltd
Watony Kenya Ltd
Whitehall Holdings Ltd
World Food Programme
YH Wholesalers
Zuri Millers Ltd
Almabrook
Holwathag Ltd
Elan Commodities Ltd
Abilin Enterprises
Blue Sky Energy Ltd
Homabay Sugar Co.
Kevian Kenya Ltd
Mt Kenya Bottlers Ltd
Rift Valley Bottlers Ltd
Brava Foods Industries Ltd
Tayba Wholesalers Ltd
Agri Pro-Pak Ltd
Edlie Agencies Limited
Leadway Enterprises
North Cort Ltd
Kenafric Industries Ltd
Alfirdaus Commercial & Construction Ltd
Kenya Sweets Ltd
Watony Kenya Ltd
Rosam (K) Ltd
Kenya Breweries Ltd
Manji Food Industries
The Wrigley Co. (EA) Ltd
Elys Chemicals Ltd
Dubai Mattress Ltd
Midland Emporium
Sirocco Investment (K) Ltd
Paleah Stores

Application Process for Sugar Import Licenses

To import sugar into Kenya, companies must apply annually for a license through the Kenya Sugar Board, with applications accepted from July 1 to June 30 each financial year. The process involves submitting an application letter accompanied by a nonrefundable fee of Ksh 100,000, applicable for both mill white and industrial sugar imports. Additional requirements include:

A valid certificate of incorporation or business registration.
A tax compliance certificate.
A valid business permit.
A Certificate of Good Conduct for company directors.
A completed Crops Act, 2013 form, available for download from the KSB website.
For non-COMESA imports, approval from the National Treasury and pre-shipment permits for each consignment.

Licenses are valid for one year and are non-transferable. Importers must also comply with the Crops (Sugar) (Imports, Exports and By-Products) Regulations, 2020, ensuring proper labeling with manufacturer details, country of origin, and consignee information. Repackaging or rebranding requires authorization from the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA), with non-compliance penalties up to Ksh 10 million.

Additional Information

Regulatory Framework: The Kenya Sugar Board, re-established under the Sugar Act No. 11 of 2024, oversees licensing, quality assurance, and compliance with the Crops Act, 2013. The KSB maintains a register of all licensed importers and ensures adherence to regional trade agreements, such as the COMESA framework, which supplied 78% of Kenya’s sugar imports in 2020.
Economic Context: In January 2025, Kenya’s sugar imports surged by 129.59% to 32,517 metric tonnes, driven by demand for industrial sugar in products like soft drinks and confectionery. Despite increased domestic production (827,482 MT milled in January 2025), imports remain critical to bridge the annual sugar deficit, projected at 210,163 tonnes for 2025.
Market Trends: Rising global sugar prices and demand for processed goods have boosted the role of licensed importers. The government’s 2025 sugarcane price increase to Ksh 5,300 per tonne from February supports local farmers, balancing import reliance.
Sustainability Initiatives: The KSB promotes environmentally friendly practices, such as efficient transport and by-product disposal, while collaborating with KALRO for research on high-yielding cane varieties.
Support for Stakeholders: Importers can access resources through the KSB’s Miwa Bora platform, offering market prices, best practices, and regulatory updates. Digital tools like iCow also provide real-time guidance for supply chain management.

Contact Information

Kenya Sugar Board: Sukari Plaza, New Loresho Estate, Off Waiyaki Way, P.O. Box 51500 – 00200, Nairobi
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.ksb.go.ke (for application forms, regulations, and market data)
Additional Resources: Contact KALRO (www.kalro.org) or county agricultural offices for industry support.

Conclusion

The 233 licensed sugar importers listed above are integral to Kenya’s sugar supply chain, ensuring a steady flow of mill white and industrial sugar to meet domestic and industrial needs in 2025. Regulated by the Kenya Sugar Board, these companies adhere to strict guidelines to maintain quality and compliance with national and regional standards. This updated guide, organized alphabetically with comprehensive details on the licensing process and industry trends, serves as a valuable resource for stakeholders in Kenya’s sugar sector. By balancing imports with growing domestic production and sustainable practices, Kenya continues to strengthen its position in the global sugar market.