Key Market Indicators
Kenya's tobacco production is projected to decline over the next five years, according to recent estimates. The country's output is expected to drop from approximately 7,200 metric tons in 2023 to around 5,400 metric tons by 2028. This represents a yearly decline rate of 4.5%. Historically, Kenya has experienced a consistent decrease in tobacco supply, with an average annual reduction of 4.3% since 1966. In the global ranking for 2023, Kenya secured the 41st position. Cameroon surpassed Kenya with a production of roughly 7,200 metric tons. On the international stage, India, Brazil, and Zimbabwe took the second, third, and fourth spots, respectively, in tobacco production rankings.
