Gachagua Links Macron Visit to a Ksh7 Billion Corruption Scandal
Gachagua's comments came amid protests that were witnessed in Nairobi's CBD, with the demonstrators accusing France and other foreign powers of economic interference in Africa...
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Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has linked French President Emmanuel Macron's visit to a disputed Ksh7 billion payout concerning the cancelled Rironi-Mau Summit Road project.
- Ksh7 billion allegedly paid to foreign firms as compensation after the deal's termination.
- Key figures involved include former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua and French President Emmanuel Macron.
- The incident occurred in Nairobi during the Africa Forward Summit, following disruptions at President Macron's address.
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