YOKOHAMA (Kyodo) -- U.N. Secretary General Antonio Guterres said Thursday that Japan is "a trusted partner" for the development of Africa, where China is expanding its presence with large investment.

Japan aims to increase its presence in Africa. The Japanese government plans to invest $1.5 billion in the continent.

Japan plans to provide Kenya with up to Sh22 billion in Samurai financing. This funding aims to boost the local vehicle assembly and parts manufacturing industry by lowering electricity costs.

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