World Bank Approves Billions to KeNHA for 740KM Highway Project
Upon completion, the road is expected to boost trade, ease the movement of people and goods, and open up economic opportunities for communities living along the road...
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The World Bank has approved an additional Ksh71 billion in funding to complete the 740-kilometre Isiolo-Mandera highway and install fiber optic cables along the route.
- This funding includes Ksh37.6 billion for the highway construction and Ksh33.7 billion for fiber optic cable installation.
- The World Bank Board of Directors made the approval, aiming to significantly reduce travel time and transportation costs.
- The project, part of the Horn of Africa Gateway Development Project, is expected to enhance trade and connectivity in underserved regions of the Horn of Africa.
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