The Motorists Association of Kenya has criticized the government for prioritizing foreign firms over local talent in major infrastructure projects, advocating for the employment of Kenyan engineers and skilled workers. They argue that awarding such projects, like the expansion of the Mombasa-Nairobi Highway (A8), to foreign operators denies Kenyans jobs and stifles economic growth.

• The association stated that Kenya possesses ample skilled graduates in engineering, surveying, and architecture who remain jobless.
• The Motorists Association of Kenya challenged the government's current road construction policies, emphasizing that local businesses would benefit directly from public-led projects.
• Last Thursday, the association launched a petition to halt the planned expansion of the Rironi-Mau Summit highway.