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KCB Signs Strategic MOUs to Unlock Kenya’s Leather Value Chain
Partnerships Target Growth from Farm to Finished Product
KCB Group has signed two strategic Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) aimed at unlocking the full potential of Kenya’s leather value chain, from farmers to finished products.
The partnerships signal a coordinated push to address long-standing inefficiencies in the sector while expanding opportunities for farmers, processors, and manufacturers.
Strengthening the Leather Ecosystem
Under the first agreement, KCB will collaborate with the Kenya Leather Development Council to strengthen the broader leather ecosystem.
The partnership will focus on investment, coordination, and capacity building across the sector. It will also improve access to financing, market linkages, and critical infrastructure needed to scale operations.
Scaling Processing and Market Access
KCB has also partnered with Alpharama Limited and Ranch Experts to expand processing capacity and build a more structured value chain.
The collaboration will connect producers to manufacturers and global markets. It will also facilitate financing for industrial growth and support businesses across the ecosystem.
KCB Signs Strategic MOUs to Unlock Kenya’s Leather Value Chain
Closing Gaps in the Value Chain
These partnerships aim to address persistent gaps in the industry, including fragmented supply chains and limited value addition.
By aligning key players, KCB seeks to create a more efficient and competitive leather sector.
What It Means for Farmers
For farmers, the initiative promises more reliable demand for hides and skins. It also offers better pricing and a clearer pathway into formal markets.
The move could help integrate small-scale producers into a more connected and structured value chain.
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