Sir: The departure of the Asians from Kenya will cost
that country's economy dear. They have been a major factor in Kenya's economic development. Their income is much higher than that of the Africans for that very reason.
When they leave, the average per capita income will decrease correspondingly. This must thwart de- velopment prospects, if it does not lead to a run- down in the economy and to increased African un- employment
Kenya is already a recipient of considerable British aid. As matters get worse, demands for aid will increase. And so we shall be expected to under- write the economic costs of racial discrimination— for we know that 'Kenyanisation' is only a euphemism for 'Africanisation.'
The present situation was both foreseeable and foreseen. But it could have been avoided if British aid had been made conditional on the Kenya government's pursuing politically and economically responsible policies.
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