Counties World Bank approves Sh81bn loan for Isiolo-Mandera road upgradeA section of Isiolo town. PHOTO | JOSEPH KANYI | NMGThe World Bank has approved a Sh81 billion loan to upgrade half of the 740-kilometre Isiolo-Mandera road and lay a fibre-optic cable in a major boost to the North Eastern region. advertisement"The potential of Northeastern Kenya as a transit and regional trade facilitation zone is presently not fully exploited," Mr Josphat Sasia, the lender's Lead Transport Specialist and Task Team Leader said. The programme is the first in a series of projects aimed at supporting the development of regional transport corridors under the Horn of Africa Initiative. "Regional integration is fundamental for the countries in the Horn of Africa to create jobs and reduce poverty in an inclusive and sustainable way.

Source: The North Africa Journal September 09, 2020 07:07 UTC