The Standard Group Plc is a multi-media organization with investments in media
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digital and online services. The Standard Group is recognized as a leading
multi-media house in Kenya with a key influence in matters of national and
international interest.
The local price of steel has increased by approximately 60 per cent. [Duncan Ocholla, Standard]
The construction materials value chain is one of the key value chains under Kenya's Fourth Medium Term Plan 2023-2027 (MTP IV).
It emphasises promoting local production of affordable construction materials such as steel and cement for local and international markets. It is also at the heart of President William Ruto's affordable housing programme. This may explain why the government has jealously protected the local cement and steel industries.
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