Chairman Association of Real Estate Stakeholders Kinyua Wairatu has raised concerns over demolitions that took place in East African Portland Cement PLC land in Mavoko, Machakos County saying there could be a better way of solving the stalemate.
Wairatu while addressing the press sympathized with those affected calling the government to ensure the matter has been addressed amicably.
“There alot of people who have invested millions and they have nowhere to go now. I wish atleast someone called them for a serious meeting before the evictions,” he said.
At the same time Wairatu urged leaders to be always advising their constituents the right way.
“Our leaders should be on the forefront advising people the right way. It is unfortunate that there are leaders who knew this would happen but kept quiet,” he said.
The Chair, who is leading ambitious campaign to restore dignity in the real estate sector urged Kenyans to do due diligence anytime they are about to purchase a property.
“Land issues are very emotive. We are telling Kenyans to always do due diligence before purchasing any piece of land. We have land belonging to the government and we have other parcels which have conflicts,” he said.
Tens of squatters spent their night in the cold after roaring bulldozers pulled down their houses on East African Portland Cement PLC land in Mavoko, Machakos County.
The locals included women, men and children who were residents of a newly created village, a County located on the land on the outskirts of Athi River town until they were rendered homeless during the forcible evictions on Friday.