Kenya Conducts Oil Spill Drills in Lamu Ahead of December Production

Author: Kenyans.co.ke WriterPublished on: June 12, 2026Country: Kenya

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Kenya Conducts Oil Spill Drills in Lamu Ahead of December Production

Kenya has started a four-day oil spill training in Lamu led by LAPSSET to prepare staff ahead of full oil production expected in December 2026. The training focuses on environmental protection and response. Energy Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi confirmed that oil production from the South Lokichar Basin will begin before the end of the year.

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