Moses Kuria wrong on China Square closure – Kenya Kwanza MP
By evans.maritim, February 27, 2023
Belgut Member of Parliament (MP) has faulted Trade Cabinet Secretary (CS) Moses Kuria’s decision to close China Square.
Speaking on a local television station on Monday February 27, the MP said China Square has created job opportunities for hundreds of Kenyans.
“Carrefour is also owned by the French. So, is it only about China?
“Let there be a robust competition and allow Kenya to get products at a cheaper price.
“In fact, we should encourage as many Chinese investors as possible to compete with Kenyan traders,” he said.
Kuria’s decision
Through his Twitter handle, CS Kuria said he wanted China Square to cease operations in the Kenyan market.
The CS revealed that he was in talks with Kenyatta University Vice Chancellor Prof. Paul Wainaina to buy out the lease for the retailer currently trading at Unicity Mall along Thika Road and hand it over to local traders.
“I have today given an offer to Prof Wainaina the VC Kenyatta University to buy out the lease for China Square, Unicity Mall and hand it over to the Gikomba, Nyamakima, Muthurwa l and Eastleigh Traders Association,” the CS stated.
Kuria noted that Chinese investors should not trade in Kenya.
“We welcome Chinese investors to Kenya but as manufacturers, not traders.”
The retail outlet has since been closed indefinitely.