This archive report was first published on 10 July 2020.
On July 10, 2020, a Nairobi court made a significant ruling in the case of Starehe MP Jaguar, dropping incitement charges against him.
The court declared the charges unconstitutional, bringing an end to a long-standing case that had been ongoing since 2019.
MP Jaguar expressed his gratitude to the court, stating, "Today is a great day for Starehe. The courts have dismissed the charges against me declaring them unconstitutional. My defence of Starehe’s traders continues."
He emphasized the importance of protecting local traders from unfair foreign competition, particularly in the Gikomba market, where traders from Tanzania and China have been increasing their presence.
"The influx of traders from Tanzania and China at the expense of local business people is alarming. We have to think of Kenyans earning a living in Gikomba & other markets," he said.
As the MP for Starehe, Jaguar has been vocal about defending the interests of local traders, and he has made it clear that he will not allow foreigners to edge them out.
"Starehe is a trading constituency. We host some of the largest markets in Kenya including Gikomba, Muthurwa, and Kariokor. We also house major ones in Nairobi including Marikiti, Tsunami, and City Market among others. I have to defend my constituents. I am their MP," he stated.
