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William Ruto
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Dangote breaks ground on $16bn Kenya refinery with 700,000-bpd capacity
Dangote Group has broken ground on a $16 billion, 700,000-bpd refinery in Lamu that could transform East Africa’s fuel supply and industrial landscape.
October 2, 2026
Kenya’s rare-earth prize draws U.S. backing as six bidders compete for Mrima Hill
The United States says it will help Kenya build a domestic critical-minerals processing industry as Nairobi evaluates six bidders for Mrima Hill, a coastal rare-earth and niobium deposit estimated to contain resources worth tens of billions of dollars.
September 10, 2026
Kenya Gen Z protests explained: Why 355 people were arrested during anniversary marches
Kenya arrested 355 people at Gen Z memorial protests. The crackdown revives unresolved questions over police accountability and protest rights.
June 26, 2026
Kenya cancels Adani Group airport and energy projects after U.S. indictment
Kenya’s President William Ruto has ordered the termination of major contracts with the Indian conglomerate Adani Group, citing…
November 21, 2024
Kenyan President William Ruto halts contentious finance bill amidst national unrest
In a critical move on June 26, Kenyan President William Ruto decided against signing the controversial Finance Bill…
June 26, 2024
Kenya faces national crisis as protests turn violent over tax hikes
In a dramatic escalation of civil unrest, Kenya’s capital witnessed severe violence as protesters clashed with police over…
June 26, 2024
Oracle to launch public cloud region in Nairobi to boost Kenya’s digital transformation
Oracle has unveiled plans to open a new public cloud region in Nairobi, Kenya, in response to the…
February 1, 2024