Dangote Lamu Refinery Groundbreaking to Proceed Despite Court Order, Wandayi Says

Kenyan Energy and Petroleum CS Opiyo Wandayi confirmed that the groundbreaking ceremony for the Dangote Oil Refinery in Lamu will proceed on September 30, 2026, despite a court order restricting activities on disputed land. Police used tear gas to disperse residents protesting for compensation before the launch. The case was filed by Salim Tima Swale and 132 others, seeking to halt activities until a hearing. The government states the event will go ahead as planned.