(FEATURE)DAGHYS PLAN TO REVIVE MOUNT KENYA TEXTILES IN LAIKIPIA EAST (MOUNTEX 2027 VISION)
Daghy’s Vision: Reviving Mount Kenya Textiles in Laikipia East Daghy’s Vision: Reviving Mount Kenya Textiles and Rebuilding Laikipia East’s Economy By Civic Lens Media Editorial Desk Published: 21 April 2026 Introduction In Laikipia East, the issue of unemployment continues to dominate public discourse. At the center of this conversation is the rise and fall of Mount Kenya Textiles (Mountex), once a thriving industrial giant that powered the region’s economy. Now, Douglas Mwangi (Daghy) has placed the revival of Mountex at the heart of his 2027 parliamentary vision—promising jobs, economic growth, and a return to industrial strength. An Industrial Giant Once Lost Mount Kenya Textiles was once the backbone of Laikipia East’s economy, employing thousands and supporting entire communities. Its collapse led to: Mass unemployment Decline in cotton farming Collapse of small businesses Economic stagnation in Nanyuki and surrounding areas ...