George Saitoti

Kenyan economist and Vice-President

George Saitoti - Leaders & Politicians born 1945
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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