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Iran-US war costs Kenyan flower exporters Sh623 million

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Workers from Naivasha based Maridadi flower farm prepare roses for export ahead of Valentine Day when demand for the flowers is at its highest. [Antony Gitonga, Standard]

In just three weeks, Kenyan flower exporters have lost Sh622.6 million ($4.8 million), as a result of air cargo disruptions, following the Middle East tensions.

The industry now fears that the crisis may put thousands of jobs at risk.

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