A letter dated May 9, 2019 and signed by the company’s acting Managing Director James Oluoch stated that the company had been experiencing unfavourable business environmentCasual workers have since been directed to hand over the company’s property prior to proceeding on leave. By BENSON AYIENDAMore by this AuthorSony Sugar company board of management has sent 300 casual workers on a three-month compulsory leave starting Monday in a bid salvage the firm’s performance which has been on a declining trend. The 300 staff are among the 1,500 workers who staged a two-week strike last month. Only those staff working in critical operational areas and essential services may be considered for retention to ensure continuity in operations. During this period, the management will initiate recovery measures including annual plant maintenance to stabilise the factory and pay salary arrears as performance improves.

Source: Daily Nation May 12, 2019 11:15 UTC