For more than seven years, the fishermen had sought monetary compensation after their traditional fishing channels were closed due to construction of the port. Court directs that the over 4,600 fishermen be paid Sh1.76 billion by the national government. On Monday, the court directed that the over 4,600 fishermen be paid Sh1.76 billion by the national government. COMPENSATIONFor more than seven years, the fishermen had sought monetary compensation after their traditional fishing channels were closed due to construction of the port. The resettlement plan describes how the concerns of fishermen and mangrove loggers will be addressed.

Source: Daily Nation May 02, 2018 15:33 UTC