A new project aims to reopen the official border crossings between Kenya, Somalia and Ethiopia, which have been partially or fully closed in recent years due to security issues. British High Commissioner to Kenya Jane Marriot said the project is a strategic investment for Kenya and the Horn of Africa region. Kenya closed its official border posts with Somalia in 2012 to hinder al-Shabab's movements. However, earlier this year Kenya announced it is reopening its border with Somalia and Ethiopia. The project launch happened a day after a security compact was signed between Kenya and the United Kingdom on Wednesday.

Source: Ethiopian News May 12, 2023 17:37 UTC