Plans by the Devki Group, which runs National Cement Company, to set up a multi-billion-shilling cement factory in Mwingi, Kitui County, have been thrown into jeopardy following protests by a section of the community over unpaid compensation.
Residents of Ngaaie location, an area rich in limestone deposits, have threatened to hold demos and move to court to stop the company from starting any project in the area until their compensation claims are settled.