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HomeDaily NewsFriday, October 2, 2026Ruto vs Sifuna: Dangote Investment Triggers Political Storm - October 2026
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Ruto vs Sifuna: Dangote Investment Triggers Political Storm - October 2026

A political storm has erupted between President Ruto and Edwin Sifuna, the Secretary-General of the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM), over the Dangote Group's investment in Kenya. President William Ruto has criticized Senator Edwin Sifuna, accusing him of corruption and acting on behalf of former President Uhuru Kenyatta. Meanwhile, President William Ruto has announced that a Ksh33 billion cement factory will be established in Kitui County, with a new investor in place. Kenya has also partnered with Aliko Dangote to build an oil pipeline connecting Turkana to Lamu, with oil extraction set to begin by December.

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Thursday 7:16 PMCitizen TV (Youtube)

Ruto amshambulia Sifuna kuhusu mkataba wa Dangote, asema hatakubali mradi kuvurugwa

President William Ruto has criticized Senator Edwin Sifuna, accusing him of corruption and acting on behalf of former President Uhuru Kenyatta.

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President William Ruto has criticized Senator Edwin Sifuna, accusing him of corruption and acting on behalf of former President Uhuru Kenyatta.

  • Ruto alleges Sifuna is being used to push for the disclosure of a contract for a proposed crude oil refinery.
  • The primary individuals involved are President William Ruto and Senator Edwin Sifuna.
  • The controversy surrounds a contract for a proposed crude oil refinery associated with the Dangote Group.
Thursday 7:11 PMKTN News (Youtube)First

Ruto vs Sifuna: Mkataba wa Dangote Wazua Mvutano Mpya Kisiasa

Ruto vs Sifuna: Mkataba wa Dangote Wazua Mvutano Mpya Kisiasa

Ruto vs Sifuna: Mkataba wa Dangote Wazua Mvutano Mpya Kisiasa

A political storm has erupted between President Ruto and Edwin Sifuna, the Secretary-General of the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM), over the Dangote Group's investment in Kenya.

Key Highlights

A political storm has erupted between President Ruto and Edwin Sifuna, the Secretary-General of the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM), over the Dangote Group's investment in Kenya.

  • Dangote Group announced a significant investment, including a fertilizer plant.
  • President Ruto lauded the investment as a win for Kenya's economy.
  • Edwin Sifuna questioned the terms of the deal, alleging a lack of transparency.
  • The disagreement highlights emerging political friction surrounding major foreign investments.
Thursday 9:37 PMKBC Top Stories

Ruto: Kenya, Dangote agree on Turkana-Lamu oil pipeline

Ruto: Kenya, Dangote agree on Turkana-Lamu oil pipeline

President William Ruto announced that Kenya has partnered with Aliko Dangote to build an oil pipeline connecting Turkana to Lamu, with oil extraction set to begin by December.

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Key Highlights

President William Ruto announced that Kenya has partnered with Aliko Dangote to build an oil pipeline connecting Turkana to Lamu, with oil extraction set to begin by December.

  • The Turkana-Lamu pipeline will allow Kenya to transport its crude oil to Lamu, regardless of initial production volumes.
  • Key entities involved include President William Ruto and Aliko Dangote.
  • The project will also see the establishment of a Special Economic Zone spanning approximately 5,000 acres in Lamu.
Friday 7:14 AMKenyans

Ruto Reveals New Investor for Multi-Billion Kitui Cement Factory

Ruto Reveals New Investor for Multi-Billion Kitui Cement Factory

President William Ruto has announced that a Ksh33 billion cement factory will be established in Kitui County, with a new investor in place.

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Key Highlights

President William Ruto has announced that a Ksh33 billion cement factory will be established in Kitui County, with a new investor in place.

  • The new cement factory is valued at Ksh33 billion.
  • The key figure is President William Ruto, who made the announcement.
  • This project comes years after Nigerian billionaire Aliko Dangote abandoned a similar plan due to frustration with the investment climate.
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