On track

Cavince Adhere, a scholar of international relations with a focus on China-Africa relations, said Belt and Road projects in the transportation, communication and financial sectors have contributed to making Kenya a more formidable economic hub in the East African region.

He said use for the railway has increased significantly, with many cargo companies opting for the link because it is reliable and faster for moving goods from Mombasa to Nairobi, especially for hinterland companies.

CHINA DAILY — XINHUA