The Association participated at the Kilifi Governor’s roundtable held at Mnarani Club. We were represented by the North Coast Regional Chairman - Mr. Harald Kampa, Vice Chairman - Mr. Vikram Korla and a member Mr. Changawa Mulewa. The event was organized by MCTA, with the aim of:-

o   Enhancing dialogue and cooperation between the Private sector and the County Government in ensuring presence of inclusive, sustainable development agenda with social cohesion.

o   Publish a County Agenda.

o   Private Sector and Business Sector to meet and invest in Kilifi County.

Issues addressed to the Governor were:

·         Lack of Beach management plan, and also the need to improve  Airport standards.

·         Expansion of Malindi Port

·         All person should be involved in the management and protection of the beaches.

·         Lack of a Police Unit and CID unit in Watamu,  and the increased claims of child sex exploitation

·         Lack of an investments policy

·         Lack of defined waste collection and disposal unit and the lack of awareness on waste management issues.

·         Lack of Ambulances.

·         Lack of pedestrian sidewalks.

The Governor, Hon. Jaffa Kingi, promised to look at and address the concerns raised by the stakeholders.