Murang’a Mango Farmers Smile as County Raises Payouts to 70%

Murang’a County mango farmers have received a fresh boost after the county government confirmed new funding that will raise total payments to 70 percent of the value of delivered mangoes.

The update aims to ease delays and improve farmer earnings after months of waiting for full settlement.

“We are pleased to inform all farmers that the County Government has now received an additional twenty-five percent (25%) payment from the Food for Education Organisation through the Lower Murang’a Farmers Cooperative Society,” the County Government said.

The county government said the new funds will speed up payments and reduce outstanding arrears. It added that it will begin a fresh payment cycle immediately through established farmer channels.

“Following this development, the County Government will immediately commence another round of payments to mango farmers. This payment will cover an additional twenty-five percent (25%) of the value of mangoes delivered, bringing the total amount paid to farmers to seventy percent (70%),” it added.

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Direct Payments to Farmers

Officials said that the county will continue to send money directly to farmers. They confirmed that payments will go to registered bank accounts and M-Pesa numbers. This approach will improve transparency and reduce delays in disbursement.

The county also said it expects to clear the remaining balance once it receives pending remittances from the buyer. These funds include compensation for losses and a subsidy linked to the mango value chain programme.

Farmers have received assurance that the remaining payment depends on external remittances. However, the county government said it will follow up closely to ensure full settlement within the shortest time possible.

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Strengthening the Mango Value Chain

The county government said it continues to focus on improving market access for farmers. It also emphasized efforts to strengthen the mango value chain to support long-term agricultural growth.

In addition, officials thanked farmers for their patience and cooperation throughout the process. They said this support has helped maintain stability in the sector despite payment delays.

Murang’a County Government expects to complete the remaining payments within less than two weeks once it receives all outstanding remittances.

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An Update released on May 13, 2026 addressing that Murang’a County Government has commenced another round of payments covering an additional twenty five percent (25%) of mangoes delivered, bringing total payments to seventy percent (70%).
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