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December 27, 2025
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To sell or not to sell? Ruto pushes ahead with public asset sales amid concerns

To sell or not to sell? Ruto pushes ahead with public asset sales amid concerns

Safaricom stake sale criticised for compromising sovereignty over critical digital infrastructure...

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The Kenyan government's proposal to sell a 15 percent stake in Safaricom to Vodacom, a South African telecommunications company, has sparked significant controversy. Critics are raising concerns about national sovereignty over digital infrastructure and data protection.

  • The proposed sale involves 15 percent of the state's stake in Safaricom.
  • The buyer would be Vodacom, a South African telco owned by Vodafone.
  • Critics argue this transfer could compromise national sovereignty over critical digital infrastructure, data protection, and the national payment system.

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