Kenya Medical Supplies Authority (KEMSA), chairman Irungu Nyakera, embarked on a mission of improving lives and giving back to the community where he toured Delmonte Fresh for a public participation in Murang’a.
Nyakera was on a mission to ascertain the progress of the locals in the presence of the multimillionaire company, Delmonte Fresh if it’s improving the lives of the locals.
Nyakera asked “My question to them was on whether Delmonte is doing enough for the local community to be identified with farmers and the people of Murang’a. The answer was NO.”
Nyakera has however urged the company to improve its relationships with the locals by offering their youth jobs, and offer more CSR activities to fully integrate with the community.
He added “Worth noting is that 40% of the cases at the Kenol law courts relate to youth caught stealing from Delmonte farm – there has to be a better way to handle this issue outside courts.”
Nyakera notes there is a need to explore possibilities of setting more industries to better the lives of the society.
“Further, there is a need to explore the possibility of creating a pineapple outgrowers program that will then make pineapples a cash crop for Murang’a farmers. These programs will enlist farmers who will grow pineapples and sell to Delmonte under proper extension services.” Nyakera noted.
Nyakera reported on an impressive movement set by the company.
“In all, I am happy at Delmonte opening up to possibilities of engagement and partnership with the local community.”
