City lawyer Donald Kipkorir has intensified scrutiny on Safaricom Plc, raising questions about its alleged ties to the Adani Group amid concerns over the controversial SHA/SHIF project.
This follows President William Ruto’s recent decision to cancel Adani Group’s contracts with key state agencies, including the Kenya Airports Authority (KAA) and Kenya Electricity Transmission Company (KETRACO), citing corruption.
Lawyer Adil Arshed Khawaja. Photo: Safaricom Source: Facebook
Kipkorir, a vocal advocate for corporate accountability, took to X (formerly Twitter) to call out Safaricom, questioning its continued association with Adani despite mounting allegations of malpractice.
“President William Ruto yesterday took the high road & canceled the corrupt Adani Contracts with KAA/JKIA & KETRACO. When are you publicly announcing you have cancelled your ADANI/SHA contracts? Or you consider Adani ‘mweupe kama pamba’? We are waiting!” he wrote.
At the center of the controversy is Safaricom Board Chairman, lawyer Adil Arshed Khawaja, who is reportedly the company’s link to a newly invested Ksh 104 billion project tied to SHA.
Indian-based tycoon Gautam Adani. Photo: The Star Source: Facebook
The project has drawn criticism, particularly due to its association with health tycoon Jayesh Saini. Saini, the owner of Nairobi Hospital, has faced allegations of impropriety in relation to SHA and the State Health Insurance Fund (SHIF).
The Adani Group’s involvement in SHA has come under fire, with accusations of exploitative contracts and a lack of transparency. Critics argue that Safaricom, as a key partner, must clarify its role and sever ties if improprieties are confirmed.
Safaricom PLC CEO Peter Ndegwa poses for a photo. Source: Safaricom PLC/Facebook
Safaricom has yet to issue a public statement addressing the allegations, leaving stakeholders and the public eager for clarity. The unfolding saga underscores growing calls for transparency and corporate ethics in Kenya’s private and public sectors.
