AdvertisementAccording to Maua town miraa traders’ chairman Mohamed Qureshi, their delegation met government ministers and were upbeat they would resume business this week. Alternative businessesHe said traders who have been relying on the Somalia market are now considering venturing into alternative businesses to earn a living. Nyambene Miraa Traders Association (Nyamita) Chairman Kimathi Munjuri accused the government of ignoring their pleas to intervene in Somalia, leading to loss of livelihoods. Talks with Somalia“We reached out to the government way back in April to initiate talks with Somalia about the resumption of miraa trade. “Farmers who grow the varieties meant for the Somalia market have lost millions of shillings in the last four months.

Source: Daily Nation August 10, 2020 13:14 UTC