Machakos contractors accuse county officials of intimidation over unpaid dues

Several contractors and vendors who supplied goods and services to the Machakos County Government have raised alarm over millions of shillings in unpaid dues, accusing county officials of intimidation whenever they seek redress.

The contractors, speaking to the press in Machakos, said they have endured months of financial strain after the county allegedly failed to honour their contracts.

Another contractor, Sammy Mutua, said,” Nilikua nimechukua loan, and now I was forced to borrow money from my friends to clear the loans, so it has been tough.”

They have issued an ultimatum demanding payment by Sunday, threatening to camp outside the governor’s office from Tuesday and remain there until their grievances are addressed.

Efforts to reach the Machakos Finance CECM bore no fruit.