
Kenya Electricity Generating Company (KenGen) and the Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) have successfully reduced their exposure to state-guaranteed debt by repaying billions of shillings in outstanding loans. This development is part of Kenya's broader strategy to manage public debt risks and enhance fiscal stability, according to Sharp Daily.
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