NAIROBI, KENYA: Former Prime Minister Raila Odinga jetted out of the country for slightly over a week’s tour covering the United Kingdom and Russia.
During his tour, he joined the Russia- Africa panel at the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF) and stated the fact that Africa continues to solidify its position as one of the centers of global economic growth in recent years. He stressed on the need for more investment in energy and infrastructure on the continent, which shall lead to increased benefits between Russia and African states.