Kakuzi, affiliate spend Sh675m on human rights row

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Business Daily | by Victor Juma

Agricultural firm Kakuzi and one of its unnamed affiliates have so far spent a total of £4.8 million (Sh675 million) on legal costs after being accused of human rights violations.

The two companies, which are controlled by Kent-based multinational Camellia Plc, have been sued in the UK by law firm Leigh Day on allegations that their employees meted out rape and violence to scores of victims.

“The two African companies have recognised alternative dispute resolution (ADR) mechanisms locally so that any allegations are properly examined…

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