Africa's richest man launches Kenya oil refinery despite land protests
The Kenya refinery is part of Dangote's ambitious bid to expand and help industralise Africa by 2030.
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Notable Quotes
"This is Africa coming together to build Africa."
— Aliko Dangote , Executive
"It is a declaration that Africa has entered a new age in which we will increasingly finance, build, process and add value here at home."
— William Ruto , Politician
"We are asking for the findings from the environmental impact assessment so that we can see what mitigation measures are being proposed."
— Walid Ali , Activist
"Refineries get crude oil from the market. And the market is open."
— Opiyo Wandayi , Politician
Key People
Aliko Dangote is a Nigerian businessman, regarded as one of the richest individuals in Africa.
Opiyo Wandayi is the Energy Minister of Kenya.
Co-founder of the Save Lamu campaign group, advocating for environmental concerns in Lamu.
William Ruto is the President of Kenya.
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The Kenya refinery is part of Dangote's ambitious bid to expand and help industralise Africa by 2030.
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