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Ruto: Africa raises record 12 trillion in development funding

President William Ruto speaking during the New Year diplomatic address at State House in Nairobi.[Photo, PCS]

Kenya has secured Sh12.9 trillion ($100 billion) in concessional funding from the World Bank to support development efforts across Africa.

Speaking during the New Year diplomatic address at State House in Nairobi on Monday, February 10, President William Ruto noted the amount was raised through efforts led by African Heads of State.

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