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Global firms find opportunities where local investors burn their fingers

The new Mi Vida homes launched on 3/7/2019.

Does the name Shapoorji Pallonji ring a bell? Perhaps not in the minds of many Kenyans. Pallonji is one of the world’s largest investment firms, with 16 companies whose interests range from oil and gas to engineering and construction, and financial services.

With more than 69,000 employees and projects across 70 nations, the India-based firm has built mega-structures and iconic landmarks, including the imposing palace of the Sultan of Oman that ranks as one of the biggest tourist attractions in Oman.

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