Sugarcane farmers in Lugari, Kenya, are optimistic following the government’s ban on sugar imports. They believe the move will revitalize the local sugar industry, which has struggled due to competition from cheaper imported sugar. Farmers state that imported sugar previously created unfair market conditions for local millers, negatively impacting their earnings and the overall sugarcane sector. This decision is seen as a crucial step towards improving the livelihoods of cane farmers in the region. The ban aims to support domestic production and protect local businesses within the industry. Farmers hope this policy will lead to stable prices and increased demand for locally grown sugarcane. This development signals a positive shift for the Kenyan sugar sector and its stakeholders.