Overview
- Act: Companies Act (Cap 486)
- Formed: 1966
- CEO: Vitalis Oduor
Muhoroni Sugar Factory, established in 1966 under the Companies Act (Cap 486) of Kenya, is a state-owned enterprise focused on sugar production and economic development. Located in Kisumu County, the factory processes sugarcane into refined sugar while supporting local farmers with agricultural inputs, technical assistance, and market access. It plays a crucial role in Kenya’s sugar industry by generating employment, enhancing food security, and contributing to the national economy. Muhoroni Sugar also explores diversification into by-products such as molasses and ethanol to maximize resource utilization and sustainability.
CEO: Vitalis Oduor
Mr. Vitalis Oduor serves as the Acting General Manager of Muhoroni Sugar Company. He leads a management team overseeing departments such as Agriculture, Factory Operations, Finance and Administration, Human Resources, Internal Audit, and Sales, Marketing & Planning.
Functions
- Sugar Production – Milling sugarcane into refined sugar for domestic and industrial consumption.
- Sugarcane Development – Supporting farmers with improved cane varieties, fertilizers, and technical guidance to enhance yields.
- Marketing & Distribution – Selling and distributing sugar and its by-products across Kenya and regional markets.
- Farmer Support Services – Providing financial assistance, agricultural inputs, and extension services to contracted sugarcane farmers.
- Employment Creation – Generating direct and indirect job opportunities in agriculture, factory operations, and transport.
- Research & Development – Conducting studies on improved sugarcane varieties, pest control, and efficient processing technologies.
- Infrastructure Development – Maintaining and improving transport networks for efficient cane delivery and factory logistics.
- Product Diversification – Exploring the production of by-products like molasses, ethanol, and bagasse for additional revenue.
- Revenue Generation – Contributing to the national economy through sugar sales, tax revenue, and reducing sugar imports.
- Environmental Conservation – Implementing sustainable agricultural practices, waste management, and pollution control to minimize environmental impact.
Important Links
Address & Contacts
- Muhoroni Sugar Company Limited
- P.O. Box 2,Muhoroni, Kenya
- info@musco.co.ke
- +254 202333559|+254- 202333570| +254 734151474|+254 -728609809