*Mambilla Beverages Collaborates with Kipchimchim Group, Set for Plantation Expansion* In a major boost for the Mambilla Beverages Limited, Kakara, the renowned Kenyan tea company Kipchimchim has expressed readiness to collaborate with the Taraba-based beverage producer. This follows a high-level visit by a delegation from Kipchimchim to the Mambilla Tea Estate, where they conducted a thorough inspection of the plantation and processing facilities. Impressed by the quality of the tea farm and the potential for large-scale production, the Kenyan experts acknowledged the unique climatic and soil conditions of the Mambilla Plateau, which mirror those of Kenya’s own top-producing regions. This similarity provides a strong basis for technical and commercial collaboration between the two companies. As part of the partnership, technical staff from Mambilla Beverages will be sent to Kenya for professional training in advanced tea processing and plantation management techniques. This training aims to upgrade the company’s production standards to meet global export quality and enhance operational efficiency. The partnership also comes at a critical time as Mambilla Beverages prepares for its next phase of expansion, which is expected to create employment opportunities for over 5,000 applicants across various roles in the plantation and processing factory. This collaboration is a strategic move that will not only improve the quality of Mambilla tea but also position the company to compete favorably on the international stage, leveraging Kipchimchim’s decades of expertise and market reach. The initiative is set to open new doors for trade, knowledge exchange, and economic development in Taraba State and beyond. Premium reporters