The former Vice President, who has been involved in the legal challenge, said the ruling was more than a courtroom victory. According to Kalonzo, it was a reminder that Kenyans have a right to participate in decisions involving the country’s strategic assets.
The High Court’s three-judge bench found that the sale process violated constitutional and legal requirements, including meaningful public participation and transparency. The court subsequently ordered the 15 per cent stake to be restored to the Government of Kenya on behalf of the people.
The transaction, valued at approximately KSh204.3 billion, was completed in June 2026, giving Vodacom majority control of Safaricom.
However, the legal battle is not over. Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi has announced that the Government will appeal the High Court’s decision, setting the stage for further legal proceedings.
For Kalonzo and other petitioners, the ruling marks a significant moment in the debate over public ownership, accountability and the management of Kenya’s national assets.
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