Storm over secret Sh180bn JKIA deal
Civil society groups, lawyers and political leaders criticise government for driving process touching on a strategic asset and warn they will go to court...
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There is significant public outcry and calls for transparency regarding a secret Sh180 billion deal for the upgrade of Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA), with a Chinese firm reportedly leading the process.
- The contract is reportedly valued between Sh160 billion and Sh180 billion.
- Key organizations involved include the Kenya Airports Authority (KAA), the Ministry of Roads and Transport, and a Chinese firm, potentially China Road and Bridge Corporation (CRBC).
- Concerns have been raised about the alleged involvement of Wicknell Chivayo, a Zimbabwean businessman, in the joint venture, with civil society groups and legislators threatening legal action and demanding full disclosure.
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