What World Bank’s support for nuclear energy means for Kenya

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The World Bank is redefining its global energy financing strategy with significant implications for countries like Kenya.

World Bank President Ajay Banga announced plans to seek board approval in June for an “all of the above” energy approach, which for the first time, include nuclear energy in the bank’s lending portfolio. This marks a departure from its previous focus only on renewable energy projects to other alternative sources.

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