The rising cost of raw materials is increasingly affecting artisans and traders in Kiambu County’s Jua Kali sector, forcing many small businesses to reduce operations, lay off workers, and struggle to meet customer demand. The Jua Kali industry, which supports thousands of mechanics, welders, electricians, and metal fabricators across the country, has for years remained a key…
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