Kenya's SGR railway, built by Chinese developers, has struggled to be profitable.
The project lacked competitive bidding and faced criticism for its value for money.
The railway has not generated sufficient revenue due to low cargo volume and competition from road transport.
Kenya still owes a significant debt to China for the project.
China is reevaluating its Belt and Road projects amid concerns about financial sustainability.
Why has Kenya's SGR railway struggled to be profitable?
—The railway has faced challenges in attracting sufficient cargo volume and has faced competition from road transport.
What criticisms have been raised regarding the SGR railway project?
—The project has been criticized for its lack of competitive bidding and questionable value for money.
How has the SGR railway project been financed?
—The project was financed through Chinese loans, leading to a significant debt owed by Kenya to China.
Is China reconsidering its Belt and Road projects?
—Yes, China is reevaluating its Belt and Road projects, including the SGR railway, due to concerns about financial sustainability.
What impact does the SGR railway project have on Kenya's economy?
—The project's struggles to be profitable and the debt owed to China have raised financial concerns for Kenya.
00:00The SGR railway in Kenya, built by Chinese developers and financed through Chinese loans, has faced challenges in profitability.
01:59The project lacked competitive bidding and has been criticized for its value for money.
02:38The railway has struggled to generate sufficient revenue, with low cargo volume and competition from road transport.
03:49Kenya still owes a significant debt to China for the SGR railway project.
04:46China is reevaluating its Belt and Road projects, including the SGR railway, amid concerns about financial sustainability.
