Deported Ruto ally’s solar power deal sparks queries

Harun Aydin, Turkish businessman who is close to President William Ruto.

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A company linked to Harun Aydin, a controversial Turkish businessman close to President William Ruto, is seeking to develop a 50-megawatt solar power plant in Laikipia County under questionable terms.

The firm, Unit 2HA Investment Energy Africa, has already secured approval from the environment regulator to proceed with the project on a 3,000-acre piece of land despite inconsistencies in its submitted plans and financial disclosures.

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