By MWANGI MUIRURI More by this AuthorPresident Uhuru Kenyatta has directed the Ministry of Lands to intervene and resolve the lease dispute between Murang’a residents and Thika-based Del Monte Foods that owns 22,000 acres. The envoy has reached out to us on behalf of Del Monte and we have reciprocated the gesture in good faith. He said the Del Monte issue, if not handled well, risks tarnishing the country’s reputation over the way it treats investors. Mr Kamau said the surrendered land will be used to build an industrial park, cottage industries, low-cost housing and a hospital. He said President Kenyatta has expressed concerns that the Del Monte lease impasse is negating the government’s agenda of turning the country into a top investment destination.

Source: Daily Nation July 13, 2020 05:37 UTC