Ruto orders Tata Chemicals to end operations in Kenya
Magadi is a township in southern Kenya's Kajiado County where Ruto was on a visit earlier.
President William Ruto has directed India's Tata Chemicals to cease its operations in Kenya, claiming the company's presence has not benefited the nation. Ruto announced that the government plans to introduce two new firms to take over from Tata Chemicals. In July, Tata had reported that Kenya's government had ordered the suspension of operations at the Magadi Soda factory and halted soda ash exports.
The company responded on Thursday, stating it respects Kenya's government and is committed to addressing concerns through legal and regulatory routes. Tata has provided a "comprehensive" response to the issues raised by the ministry, including evidence of its regulatory compliance. Magadi, a town in southern Kenya's Kajiado County, is where Ruto was visiting.
Ruto highlighted that Tata held a century-old contract without contributing to Kajiado, and proposed a glass company and a chemical factory in the region. He questioned the dependency on foreign entities, asking, "Are we slaves to other people?" Tata Chemicals emphasized its commitment to the well-being of employees, the Magadi community, stakeholders, and Kenya's economic growth.
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