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Elders and residents attend a public baraza on the Gulf Energy oil deal. [Bakari Ang'ela, Standard]
Turkana residents want deliberations on Gulf Energy's oil exploration and production plans to move beyond promises, with the necessary revenue-sharing and accountability structures established before production begins.
In the first formal discussions with the operator on revenue sharing, local taxes, environmental levies and community benefits, residents demanded transparency, accountability and clear agreements defining how the people of Turkana will benefit from the resource.
They also want clarity on the terms of the Gulf Energy oil deal, including how much revenue will reach the county and host communities.
