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U.S. Secures $1B Debt Swap to Boost Kenya's Food Security

12/5/2025

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The U.S. International Development Finance Corporation will proceed with a $1 billion debt-for-food security swap with Kenya.
The deal would replace Kenya's costly debt with lower-cost financing, freeing funds for food security.
Kenyan President William Ruto announced the plan during a Washington visit for a separate accord signing between the Democratic Republic of Congo and Rwanda.
Ruto said the DFC will increase engagement with Kenya, sending a representative next year.

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The U.S. International Development Finance Corporation will proceed with a $1 billion debt-for-food security swap with Kenya.
The deal would replace Kenya's costly debt with lower-cost financing, freeing funds for food security.
Kenyan President William Ruto announced the plan during a Washington visit for a separate accord signing between the Democratic Republic of Congo and Rwanda.
Ruto said the DFC will increase engagement with Kenya, sending a representative next year.