Ethiopia's 'green gold' khat market faces a challenging season due to abundant harvest, low prices, and increased taxes.
Ethiopia's 'green gold' khat market faces a gloomy season due to an overly abundant harvest following an unusually rainy dry season. Traders are struggling with low prices and additional challenges, such as increased taxes and stricter licensing requirements for exporters. Despite these issues, the market in Aweday, one of the largest in the world, remains busy with traders selling green bundles.
May 14, 2024
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