It was in July 2009, when Raila was Prime Minister and had convened a meeting in his office to explore how the Aga Khan’s myriad, world-renowned health institutions in East Africa and Pakistan could help stem the brain drain of Kenyan doctors who sought more medically advanced environments in the West.
When Raila began to introduce me as one of his aides, the Aga Khan laughed and said you don’t need to say much, we all know Salim. I was absolutely thrilled that a leader I had revered for decades for his exceptional services to humanity was familiar with my work and writing.
February 10, 2025. Salim Lone for Nation.Africa
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