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September 29, 2026
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I had never heard of Lamu before, Dangote says

I had never heard of Lamu before, Dangote says

He revealed that the location of the project was a discussion between Kenya’s Mombasa and Tanga in Tanzania before Lamu came into the picture...

✨ Key Highlights

Africa's richest man, Aliko Dangote, revealed he was unaware of Lamu County until recent discussions about a major oil refinery project. The project, a collaboration between Dangote Group and the Kenyan government, is set to become a significant industrial hub.

  • The project involves a Sh2 trillion oil refinery.
  • Key figure: Aliko Dangote, President and Chief Executive Officer of Dangote Group.
  • Lamu County was chosen for its adequate land, water, and sea depth, despite initial considerations for other locations like Mombasa and Tanga.

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