Opposition slams Ruto over Safaricom sale without public input
Kalonzo and Gachagua have accused President William Ruto of authorising the sale of government shares in Safaricom without public participation...
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Opposition leaders Kalonzo Musyoka and former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua have criticized President William Ruto for allegedly authorizing the sale of government shares in Safaricom without public input.
- The accusations involve the sale of government shares in telecommunications giant Safaricom.
- Key individuals include Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka and former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua.
- The leaders claim the sale proceeded "without public participation."
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