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A section of the oil lines connecting Kenya Petroleum Refineries Limited to various oil marketers in Mombasa. [File, Standard]
History has shown that periods of global uncertainty often reshape the world's economic and industrial landscape. The continuing tensions in the Middle East have once again highlighted the fragility of global energy supply chains, reminding nations that energy security can no longer be taken for granted. As governments and businesses rethink how and where energy is refined, stored and distributed, countries that invest in strategic infrastructure today will be better positioned to seize tomorrow's economic opportunities. For East Africa, this moment presents not only a challenge but also a rare opportunity to redefine its place in the global energy and industrial economy.
It is against this backdrop that Dangote Industries and the Government of Kenya deserve commendation for taking the bold and timely decision to establish the Lamu Refinery. With government commitments fulfilled, financing secured, and preliminary work underway, the project has moved from vision to implementation. More than an investment in petroleum refining, it is a strategic investment that will strengthen regional energy security, unlock the full potential of the LAPSSET Corridor and position Kenya as East Africa's gateway for energy, trade and manufacturing.
