The Sh2.2 trillion Dangote refinery project in Kenya received a significant boost with the arrival of the first vessel carrying 2,930.295 metric tonnes of construction materials at Lamu Port on Saturday, September 26, 2026.

• The project is set for commissioning by President William Ruto, 14 other Heads of State, and Aliko Dangote on Wednesday, September 30, 2026.
• Key organizations involved include the Dangote Group and the Kenya Ports Authority (KPA).
• Once operational, the 700,000-barrel-per-day refinery is expected to supply refined petroleum products to eight neighboring countries, establishing Lamu as an energy logistics gateway.