Second-hand traders have appealed to the government to lift the ban on importation Mitumba, saying many young people risk losing jobs. ''We are confident that the fact that there is no credible public health risk and the Mitumba industry-proven willingness to co-operate with additional local fumigation protocol and public health guidelines will rescind the ban,'' the lobby said in a statement. The association said that its members are unable to restock their wares since the ban has interrupted the supply. The appeal is coming a week after the lobby held a meeting with Trade CS Betty Maina and submitted a proposal on protocols to guide the importation and sale of Mitumba. “The Protocols submitted to the Ministry will add a layer of extra health measures for the importation of Mitumba at the country of origin and upon arrival in Kenya,'' Wairimu said.

Source: The Star July 06, 2020 00:56 UTC