Ugandan brands becoming popular in Nairobi

Ugandan brands like Lato are now common in Kenya. PHOTO | COURTESY

Ugandan milk exporters are slowly eating into the Kenyan dairy market, with Lato Milk and Fresh Dairy making significant inroads, into the low-income segment of the population.

The EastAfrican found that Lato UHT Milk, which has a shelf life of 90 days without refrigeration and retails at $0.49 for a 500ml packet, is the dominant brand in most neighbourhood kiosks in Nairobi’s densely populated areas.