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Originally published by Kenyanstop
March 29, 2026
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Motorists Go After Chinese Contractors with New Demands to Govt
The statement comes at a time when the country continues to look for financing for major infrastructure projects in the Transport sector, through Public-Private Partnerships...
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The Motorists Association of Kenya (MAK) is opposing concession deals for highway projects, advocating instead for Kenya to retain full ownership by engaging foreign entities strictly as contractors.
- MAK argues that concession agreements, which allow foreign firms to operate infrastructure for extended periods through tolls, could compromise Kenya's sovereignty and long-term benefits.
- The association stated, "We demand that China be engaged strictly as a contractor, not a concessionaire. The Model: They build, we pay them their money, and they vacate our highway."
- This stance comes as Kenya continues to seek financing for major infrastructure projects, often through public-private partnerships and loans from Chinese entities like the China Exim Bank.
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