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September 3, 2026
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Gachagua's Party Goes After Ruto Over Shutdown of Multi-Billion Company

Gachagua's Party Goes After Ruto Over Shutdown of Multi-Billion Company

TATA Chemicals Magadi has operated in the country for close to a century, but the latest developments are threatening its continued operation...

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The Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) is demanding an immediate and unconditional reversal of the suspension of TATA Chemicals Magadi operations, criticizing the decision as politically motivated and harmful to the local economy and public services.

  • The suspension has rendered over 500 direct employees and thousands of support workers jobless overnight.
  • The DCP alleges the shutdown threatens Nairobi's water supply, as the city relies on approximately 360 tonnes of soda ash monthly from the plant for water treatment.
  • The party accuses Cabinet Secretary for Mining and Blue Economy Ali Hassan Joho and President William Ruto of having personal business interests tied to the closure, suggesting a plan to explore potential oil and lithium deposits in the Magadi area.

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