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July 1, 2026
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Vodafone Kenya Completes Acquisition of Government’s 15% Safaricom Stake

Vodafone Kenya Completes Acquisition of Government’s 15% Safaricom Stake

Vodafone Kenya has completed the acquisition of the Kenyan government's 15% stake in Safaricom, increasing its shareholding to 55% following regulatory approval and a court ruling...

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Vodafone Kenya Limited has successfully acquired the Government of Kenya’s 15% stake in Safaricom, increasing its ownership to 55% and making it the majority shareholder. The transaction was finalized on 30 June 2026.

  • Vodafone Kenya Limited now holds 55% of Safaricom.
  • The acquisition involved the purchase of the Government of Kenya’s stake for KES 204 billion.
  • Regulatory approval was granted for Vodafone Kenya to be exempted from a mandatory takeover offer to minority shareholders.

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