George Saitoti
Kenyan economist and Vice-President
Born
1945
81 years ago
Died
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Kenya
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Served as the 6th Vice-President of Kenya from 2002 to 2012, focusing on economic policies and governance. Held various ministerial positions, including Minister for Finance and Minister for Education. Contributed to the development of Kenya's economic framework and educational reforms.
Served as Vice-President of Kenya
Held the position of Minister for Finance
Contributed to educational reforms
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