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Economy

Chinese 'debt trap' narrative in Africa continues: Kenyan train proves profitable

De Telegraaf21 September · 17:002 days ago

The Standard Gauge Railway between Mombasa and Nairobi, previously cited as an example of Chinese debt trap diplomacy, recorded its first operational profit since opening in 2017. The line generated over 21 million euros in profit during the 2025/26 period, supported by record freight volumes of 8.2 million tons.

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