During the International Day of Women in Industry held in Nairobi, stakeholders highlighted that women provide up to 70 percent of labor in Kenya’s coffee sector while holding minimal decision-making power. UNIDO Representative Tally Einav emphasized that gender equality is a critical economic strategy, noting that structural barriers like limited land ownership—affecting fewer than 10 percent of women—restrict access to credit. To address these disparities, UNIDO and the FAO are implementing a three-year, Sh161 million project funded by the UN Multi-Partner Trust Fund and Sweden. This initiative aims to transition women from labor-intensive farming into profitable value-addition roles, such as coffee-based cosmetics and exports. Experts stressed that deliberate policy reforms and inclusive financing are essential to elevate women into leadership positions.