Kenya

The funds, which had been placed under the Department’s recurrent budget, were used to pay maize flour millers.

Fernandes has served as CEO of the Cereal Millers Association for over 18 years, during which she has collaborated with government agencies and non-state actors to enforce mandatory food fortification standards in Kenya.

Founder Martin Schlauri said the decision to anchor the school in Kenya was deliberate, noting its accessibility and Bühler’s existing industrial footprint.

Experts are urging the government to embrace genetically modified maize and soybeans to reduce feed costs and stabilise supply.

These accolades build on Capwell’s recent successes, including four honors at the 2025 Kenya Millers Fortification Index Awards.