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                      Republic of Kenya: Additional Financing for the
                        Total War Against HIV and AIDS Project

                               SUMMARY OF DISCUSSION*

                              Meeting of the Executive Directors
                                     December 14, 2010


       The Executive Directors discussed and approved the Additional Financing for the Total War
Against HIV and AIDs Project for the Republic of Kenya in the amount of US$ 55 million on the
payment conditions set out in the President's Memorandum (IDA/R2010-0361).

       Directors supported the objectives of the project, noting the continuing challenges of
AIDS and malaria in Kenya and the importance of reducing the numbers of new infections.
They welcomed the progress made through the ongoing Project, but observed that risks remain.
Directors noted that there is need for continued vigilance in addressing the governance
challenges in the sector, and ensuring that project implementation is supported with a strong
action plan to address identified risks and ensure social accountability and strengthening health
systems in general. They also recognized the need for continuous capacity building of both the
National AIDS Control Council and all civil society and local partners.



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*This summary is not an approved record.