Tullow Sells Entire Business in Kenya for Ksh15.6 Billion

The sale confirms the company's exit from the Kenyan market...

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Tullow Oil has agreed to sell its entire business interests in Kenya for Ksh15.6 billion (USD 120 million), officially marking its exit from the Kenyan market after more than a decade.

The deal involves the sale of assets to Auron Energy E&P Limited, an affiliate of Gulf Energy Ltd.
Madhan Srinivasan, Managing Director of Tullow Kenya, stated that proceeds will go towards reducing debt.
The agreement includes future royalties from oil production and a potential 30% re-entry option for Tullow depending on future developments.

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