The Mountain Journal
The embattled Chairman at KTDA David Muni Ichoho has been replaced.
In a statement, the board of the Kenya Tea Development Agency (KTDA) Holdings Limited appointed Mr. Enos Njiru Njeru as its national chairman effective Monday, July 17, 2023.
Njiru is a Certified Public Accountant with over 15 years’ experience in finance management.
The replacement follows the resignation of Mr Ichoho as Chairman last week on Tuesday, July 11, 2023, through a letter which was accepted by the board.
Njeru said his chairmanship will be committed towards enhancing the welfare of the smallholder tea farmer, with particular focus on the implementation of reforms on issues raised at the recently held tea conference.
“During the recent tea conference held at Kericho, we held thought provoking discussions with passionate stakeholders, who shared their insights and concerns. I want to assure you all that the issues raised will be carefully considered under my chairmanship. I am committed to translating the discussions into action, implementing the necessary reforms, and addressing the challenges faced by our tea farmers with the goal of bettering the returns of their hard work,” he said.
“In line with our commitment to progress, I will champion a comprehensive tea reforms agenda.
Our industry is not immune to change, and we must adapt to remain competitive and sustainable”, he said.
He added that KTDA will embrace innovation, explore new markets, and diversifying our products will be key in expanding the horizons of the tea sector.
Mr. Njeru has been a KTDA Holdings Limited board member since July 2021 representing farmers from KTDA Zone Six in Embu county.
Ichoho last week went to court seeking protection citing he was forced to author the resignation letter.
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