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Why Ruto wants SGR deal extended to Uganda, DRC

President William Ruto at an investors roundtable in Beijing, China. [PCS]

President William Ruto now says discussions are underway between Kenya, Uganda, DR Congo, and Congo Brazzaville to extend the Standard Gauge Railway (SGR).

Speaking during an investor's roundtable in Beijing, China, Ruto said this will open up Kenya and the larger African region for business while connecting Chinese investors to the continent.

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