World Bank to inject $5 billion into Power Africa Initiative
Daily Nation
HARRY MISIKO
The Word Bank has announced a $5 billion (Sh435 billion) support package for the US-led Power Africa Initiative in six countries, including Kenya.
Daily Nation
HARRY MISIKO
The Word Bank has announced a $5 billion (Sh435 billion) support package for the US-led Power Africa Initiative in six countries, including Kenya.
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