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August 24, 2026
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Lamu Youth Issue Demand to Govt Over Dangote's Multi-Billion Project

Lamu Youth Issue Demand to Govt Over Dangote's Multi-Billion Project

The proposed investment has been described as a major regional project with Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote...

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Youth and community leaders in Lamu are demanding that at least 70 per cent of jobs created by the proposed Ksh2.2 trillion Dangote Refinery be reserved for local residents.

  • The Ksh2.2 trillion ($20 billion) refinery is expected to create approximately 60,000 jobs.
  • Key stakeholders include the Lamu youth, community leaders, the Dangote Group, and the Kenyan government.
  • Construction is slated to begin in September 2026, and residents want a legally binding agreement before the project starts.

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