Construction is proceeding despite a Kenyan High Court order to pause work after local residents filed lawsuits. Opponents in Lamu Town, a World Heritage Site containing an ancient Swahili settlement, have protested the project over land disputes. Dangote stated he is prepared to take on any court challenges, warning he is "ready" for anyone attempting to cause trouble.
Tuesday, October 20, 2026
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Dangote Awards Honeywell $300 Million Contract for Kenya Refinery
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A new engineering deal provides the technical framework for Aliko Dangote's petrochemical investment in Lamu. Honeywell International secured a $300 million contract to deliver technology and engineering services for the facility, which broke ground on Sept. 30. The 700,000 BPD refinery represents a $16 billion investment, the largest industrial project in East Africa, and is scheduled for completion by 2030.
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