NAIROBI, KENYA – 2nd July 2026 – Savannah Honey took center stage at the FINAS Summit – The Food, Nutrition, and Agri-Solutions Summit, held at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC) in Nairobi. As Kenya’s leading platform where government, private sector, farmers, and development partners converge to solve food security and agribusiness challenges, FINAS provided the perfect backdrop for Savannah Honey to showcase its transformative model for climate-smart agriculture.

On Day 2 of the summit, Savannah Honey was not watching from the sidelines—it was on the panel.

The Panel | The Moment

CEO Kyalo Mutua was a featured panelist at the high-level side event titled: “Balancing Economic and Ecological Returns: Financing Nature-Based, Climate-Smart Agriculture Enterprises in Land-Degraded Landscapes.”

This is not just a long title—it is the future of Kenyan agriculture.

Standing at KICC, Kyalo Mutua delivered three hard truths to Kenya, challenging the status quo and offering a proven path forward.

TRUTH 1: Our Land Is Under Pressure

Degraded soils, unreliable rains, and low crop yields are the reality for many Kenyan farmers. If we keep farming the old way, we will keep losing. The time for business-as-usual is over—Kenya needs solutions that work with nature, not against it.

TRUTH 2: Bees Are the Nature-Based Solution

Beekeeping is climate-smart agriculture. It requires very little water, no fertilizer or chemicals, and it thrives on degraded and marginal land where other crops struggle to survive. While restoring the ecosystem through pollination, it also generates consistent income for farmers.

“This is the definition of balancing economic and ecological returns,” said Kyalo Mutua. “Bees give us a chance to heal our land while putting money in farmers’ pockets.”

TRUTH 3: Finance Must Follow a Working Model

Investors and partners are asking: “Will farmers repay? Will they produce?” At Savannah Honey, the answer is yes—because the organization doesn’t just drop hives and leave. It builds systems that work.

The Savannah Honey + Swiss Contact Model

Savannah Honey has built a system that de-risks beekeeping for everyone involved. The model, developed in partnership with Swiss Contact, is structured in three clear steps:

STEP 1: TRAINING & CAPACITY BUILDING

Savannah Honey has already proven this model across multiple counties, with highly successful training programs reaching farmers, youth, and women. Participants learn modern, safe, and high-yield beekeeping techniques that maximize production while ensuring the well-being of both bees and beekeepers.

STEP 2: QUALITY HIVES & VALUE ADDITION

Farmers are connected to quality equipment and inputs that set them up for success. Beyond raw honey, Savannah Honey processes value-added products including infused honey and beeswax products. This value addition increases income per farmer by over 40%, creating a significant boost to household earnings.

STEP 3: THE 5-YEAR CONTRACT

This is Savannah Honey’s commitment to farmers. Through a signed 5-year off-take agreement, farmers receive:

Comprehensive training and ongoing support

Access to quality inputs and equipment

A guaranteed market for their honey for five years

No middlemen. No market fear. No losses.

“We came to FINAS with proof, not promises,” Kyalo Mutua emphasized. “This is the journey of Savannah Honey—from grassroots to government, from farmer to finance.”

The Closing Call

Kenya, the solution is here:

If you own degraded land, you can earn from it.

If you are a youth or women’s group, you can start today.

If you are an investor looking for climate-smart, nature-based enterprises, talk to Savannah Honey.

Savannah Honey. Nature-Based. Climate-Smart. Profitable.

The organization remains committed to building, investing, and creating wealth—one hive, one farmer, and one opportunity at a time.

Join the 5-Year Contract Program

Savannah Honey invites farmers, groups, and investors to be part of this transformative journey. Whether you are starting from scratch or looking to scale your beekeeping operations, the 5-Year Contract Program offers a clear pathway to sustainable income and growth.

For more information, partnerships, or to join the program:

Phone / WhatsApp: 0724052975

Email: info@savannahhoneyafrica.com

Website: www.Savannahhoneyafrica.com

About Savannah Honey

Savannah Honey Ltd is a premier beekeeping and agribusiness enterprise based in Kenya, committed to producing high-quality natural honey while empowering communities through training, capacity building, and market access. With a strong focus on sustainability and innovation, Savannah Honey continues to champion the growth of the apiculture sector across Kenya and beyond.