The Ministry, led by the Cabinet Secretary @OpiyoWandayi, EGH,who was accompanied by the Principal Secretary @harsama_kello, CBS, Commissioner Petroleum, and other senior ministry officials, has today reviewed the implementation status of the South Lokichar Oil Project, with a focus on infrastructure development, financing obligations, production timelines & preparations for the commencement of oil exports. The review forms part of the 4-day retreat bringing together the Senate Standing Committee on Energy & the Ministry of Energy & Petroleum, chaired by Senator William Kisang’ Kipkemoi,CBS , held in Mombasa County. Being the second day of the retreat, Key areas of discussion included the project’s Final Investment Decision (FID), procurement of production facilities & equipment, & the timelines for achieving first oil & commercial exports. These considerations are central to assessing the project’s readiness for implementation & its potential contribution to Kenya’s petroleum sector. Further discussions focused on arrangements for land acquisition, compensation & the enforcement of local-content commitments. These issues were termed critical to ensuring that project implementation considers the needs of host communities while promoting local participation in the petroleum value chain. The retreat provides a platform for the stakeholders to review key policy & implementation issues affecting the petroleum sector, strengthen legislative oversight & identify measures to support the responsible development of Kenya’s petroleum resources. @EPRA_KE @NationalOilKE @RERECMashinani @nuclearkenya @Senate_KE

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Happy Mashujaa Day Kenya.

The Principal Secretary, @harsama_kello CBS, has called on county security teams to strengthen enforcement of petroleum laws & regulations to protect lives, property & the integrity of the petroleum supply chain. Speaking during the opening of a sensitisation workshop bringing together the Energy & Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) & County Security Committees, held in Nairobi, the PS underscored the need for coordinated action among national & county government agencies to address safety risks in the petroleum & Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) sectors. He urged the County Security Committees to work closely with local administrators, community leaders & industry players to identify risks, educate the public on the dangers of illegal fuel storage, unsafe LPG installations & unlicensed petroleum businesses. The PS further highlighted that community engagement should prioritise prevention & encourage residents to report suspected violations to the relevant government authorities. The PS also implored all participating institutions to translate the workshop's deliberations into practical action at the county level, noting that effective enforcement, public awareness & inter-agency collaboration are essential to preventing incidents, safeguarding communities & promoting responsible growth in the petroleum sector. @EPRA_KE @PIEA_official

The PS @HarsamaKello has today appeared before the Special Funds Accounts Committee of the National Assembly chaired by Hon. Fatuma Mohamed, Member of the National Assembly, Migori County to respond to the examination of the Reports of the Auditor-General on the financial statements of the Petroleum Development Levy Fund for the financial years 2022/2023, 2023/2024 & 2024/2025. The engagement forms part of Parliament’s oversight role in promoting accountability, transparency & prudent management of public resources. The PS was accompanied by the Commissioner Petroleum, Joseph Otieno,Senior Chief Finance Officer,Dismus Ogot, Senior Deputy Accountant General, Veronica Kamau and other senior officers from the department during the committee session. @NAssemblyKE

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The Principal Secretary, Kello Harsama, CBS, today officially opened the Strategic Leadership, Governance, Ethics, Risk & Compliance Executive conference for Kenya’s Energy Sector held in Mombasa, organized by the Institute of Certified Secretaries. Spearheading discussions on strengthening leadership, governance, risk management & institutional performance across the sector, The PS emphasised that public resources are held in trust for the people of Kenya & must be managed with the highest standards of integrity, accountability & responsibility. He urged leaders to exercise self-discipline & resist the temptation to use public resources to address personal needs. He noted that strong governance begins with a clear understanding of this responsibility, calling on participants to use the programme to reflect, share experiences & strengthen practices that promote ethical leadership, prudent resource management & resilient public institutions. The conference brings together senior leaders in the energy sector to strengthen their capacity in leadership, governance, ethics, risk management &compliance, areas that are critical to effective decision making & institutional performance. @ICS_Kenya @EPRA_KE @KenGenKenya

KSh2.2 trillion Lamu refinery breaks ground, set to transform regional petroleum sector. President @WilliamsRuto and @AlikoDangote today presided over the groundbreaking of the KSh2.2 trillion Dangote East Africa Petroleum Refinery in Lamu, marking a major milestone in the development of East & Central Africa’s petroleum sector. With a planned capacity of 700,000 barrels per day, the refinery will be the largest in East & Central Africa, significantly expanding the region’s refining capacity, strengthening energy security & reducing dependence on imported refined petroleum products. The integrated complex will also feature a 1,000MW power plant, fertiliser & chemical manufacturing & a plastics factory, creating new opportunities across the petroleum, energy & industrial value chains. The project is expected to create 60,000 direct jobs during construction, attract investment, build local technical expertise & accelerate the transformation of the LAPSSET Corridor into a major regional industrial hub. For the petroleum sector, the refinery represents a significant step towards greater value addition, expanded refining capacity and deeper integration of the region’s petroleum value chain.

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The principal Secretary @harsama_kello , CBS, alongside Commissioner for Petroleum, R. Geol Joseph Otieno & Senior Chief Finance Officer , Dismus Ogot has today accompanied the Cabinet Secretary for Energy & Petroleum @OpiyoWandayi, EGH, at the fundraising ceremony for the infrastructure development of The Sawagongo Senior School, Siaya. The infrastructure interventions are aimed at strengthening the school’s capacity to provide a secure & conducive learning environment for its growing student population which now has 2500 students. Also in attendance was Homa Bay Governor, Hon. Gladys Wanga, DG William Oduol & Hon. Lilian Gogo, Among other Members of Parliament amd County Assembly . @SawagongoHigh @HomaBayCountyKE @gladyswanga

The State Department for Petroleum has convened key stakeholders for a comprehensive public participation & consultation exercise on its proposed funding requirements for the Financial Year 2027/28 & the Medium-Term Budget. The engagement aimed to obtain stakeholder input on the proposed budgetary priorities, programmes & resource requirements to inform the State Department’s planning & budget formulation process. The public participation underscores the Government’s commitment to transparency, accountability & inclusive stakeholder participation in public resource allocation, while ensuring that the petroleum sector’s priorities remain aligned with national development objectives.

The State Department for Petroleum has commended East African Gasoil Limited (@EAGOL_ ) for expanding its footprint in Kenya’s petroleum retail sector, noting that the investment reflects a thriving & competitive petroleum industry. Speaking as the chief Guest on behalf of the Principal Secretary for Petroleum @harsama_kello during the launch of EAGOL’s seventh , first in Nairobi & largest outlet, the Commissioner for Petroleum, Joseph C. Otieno, R.Geol, welcomed the innovative concept, which integrates a modern fuel station with a retail & commercial complex. The Commissioner noted that the expansion demonstrates the positive impact of government policies in creating an enabling environment for private sector investment & business growth. The new integrated facility is expected to create approximately 200 employment openings , contributing to the Government’s agenda of expanding economic opportunities for Kenyans. The Commissioner reaffirmed the State Department’s commitment to supporting investors & fostering healthy competition, innovation & sustainable growth across the petroleum sector. @kenyapipeline @PIEA_official @Otekkenya @poak_kenya

STATEMENT ON ENFORCEMENT WITHIN THE LIQUEFIED PETROLEUM GAS (LPG) SECTOR. @EPRA_KE

The Cabinet Secretary for Energy & Petroleum, @OpiyoWandayi , EGH, today chaired a bilateral meeting between the Governments of Kenya & the Republic of South Sudan to deliberate on challenges affecting the implementation & operationalization of the Government-to-Government (G-to-G) petroleum import framework. The meeting provided an opportunity for the two countries to review the framework & address concerns surrounding its implementation, with both sides reaffirming the importance of a coordinated & predictable arrangement for the supply of petroleum products to South Sudan through Kenya. Speaking during the meeting, CS Wandayi reaffirmed the Government of Kenya’s commitment to supporting South Sudan’s petroleum requirements by leveraging the country’s ports, terminals, pipeline network, regulatory institutions & logistics infrastructure, once the agreed framework is fully operationalised. The framework provides for the coordinated importation of petroleum products for the South Sudanese market through Kenya’s petroleum infrastructure, with the objective of strengthening regional energy security, supply reliability and resilience. Under the proposed arrangement, petroleum products destined for South Sudan will be delivered on a Cost, Insurance and Freight (CIF) Mombasa basis, with products required to meet Kenya Bureau of Standards specifications & receiving-terminal requirements. Cargo quantities and delivery schedules will be subject to formal nominations, while independent inspection & quality verification will be mandatory. A key outcome of the bilateral meeting was the reaffirmation by the Government of South Sudan of its commitment to remain within the G-to-G framework. The South Sudanese delegation confirmed that it will initiate the process of formally revoking the earlier termination notice issued on the arrangement. The development provides clarity & reassurance to oil marketers, suppliers & other industry stakeholders who have made operational & commercial commitments based on the framework. The two governments further agreed that the existing G-to-G arrangement provides a sound basis for cooperation & that ongoing engagements should focus on addressing implementation challenges & strengthening the framework for greater efficiency & predictability. The two countries agreed to maintain close bilateral engagement & coordinated implementation to facilitate the smooth evacuation of petroleum products, enhance security of supply and deepen Kenya–South Sudan economic and energy cooperation. @SouthSudanGov @mop_ssd @kenyapipeline @EPRA_KE @KBCChannel1 @citizentvkenya @tv47news