The vegetable oils import volume in Kenya has seen significant fluctuations over the past decade. From 2014 to 2023, it increased from 0.303 million metric tons to 1.02 million metric tons, with notable year-on-year variations. Import volume surged by 142.65% in 2017 but grew at a more steady rate in recent years, with a 2023 year-on-year growth of 4.39% and a five-year CAGR of 2.84%. The forecasted average growth per year over the next five years is 2.84%, projecting a steady increase to 1.22 million metric tons by 2028.
Future Trends to Watch: Future studies should consider factors such as evolving dietary habits, economic conditions, and trade policies, which could significantly impact the import volumes of vegetable oils in Kenya.
