Local manufacturers in Kenya are making an appeal to the government to facilitate them with incentives in a bid to enable them enhance their production and consequently contribute to bottom up economic growth.
Catherine Kathure, the Managing Director of Homelink Mabati Factory the Market leader in the production and delivery of several roofing solutions.
The MD says that the company offers paymentson discount.
“We have lipa pole pole plan for all our clients because we are Cognizant of the hard economic times and therefore we try to ease their construction hustle.” Kathure says.
Madam Kathure also notes that the organisation has created employment opportunities through the initiative of Lipa pole pole.
“We have also created direct employment to many others, therefore we hereby asking for support and incentives that support local manufacturers.”
Further the MD urges the government to introduce favourable taxation for local manufacturers.
“Taxation is usually a challenge and our prayer is favorable taxation that speaks to the day to day realities of our businesses. The rising cost of electricity and foreign exchange have also contributed to increased costs of production.”
The Managing Director expressed optimism with the administration of President Ruto for the elaborate plans he has put in line to boost local manufacturers. The push for affordable housing as a government agenda will also go a long way in enhancing the sustainability of Smes in the construction sector.
“What gives me the greatest satisfaction is to see over fifty employees under my care earning a decent livelihood and supporting families behind them through the employment we have provided. “she added.
The writer notes that Homelink Mabati Factory offers free delivery country wide.
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