Uganda. (the International Development Association granted Uganda a $75 million credit towards the upgrade of the country's railroads and streets) (Brief Article)

From: Railway Age | Date: May 1, 1994 | Copyright information

UGANDA has received a $75 million credit from IDA, a World Ba...

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