Twist as Kenya Emerges as Favourite for Multi-Billion Dollar Oil Refinery Project

Kenya now stands at a crossroads that could reshape its energy future and its standing in the region for a generation...

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The proposed Tanga Oil Refinery project in Tanzania faces uncertainty as African billionaire Aliko Dangote is now reportedly favoring Kenya's Mombasa for his multi-billion dollar refinery.

The project is estimated to cost between USD15 billion and USD17 billion (approx. Ksh1.9 trillion - Ksh2.2 trillion).
Aliko Dangote, supported by Africa's richest man, cited Mombasa's larger and deeper port, and Kenya's larger domestic market as key advantages.
The final decision rests with Kenyan President William Ruto, who had announced the regional refinery plan, catching Tanzania's President Samia Suluhu by surprise.

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