From legal concerns to regional fragmentation: Why Dangote refinery project risks straining EAC unity

News Local Standard 2026-09-30 00:00:00

Posted 2026-09-30 03:20:03

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The Sh2 trillion Lamu refinery project is proceeding amid regional energy rivalries, concerns over imported crude and protests over land and compensation.

The groundbreaking of the Dangote refinery in Lamu today will set the ground for construction of what will be the biggest infrastructure project in the country so far. The Sh2 trillion project is expected to be a major boost for the economy of Lamu both during construction and afterwards, and has also been seen as key for the region.

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