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energy-and-infrastructure19 days ago•3 min saved

Dangote Breaks Ground on $16B Lamu Refinery Amid Land Disputes and Honeywell Deal

Nigerian billionaire Aliko Dangote and Kenyan President William Ruto broke ground on a $16 billion oil refinery in Lamu, Kenya, designed to process 700,000 barrels of crude daily. The project, described as East Africa’s largest industrial undertaking, aims to reduce regional dependence on imported fuel. Dangote has selected US firm Honeywell for a $300 million engineering contract, leveraging designs from his Nigerian refinery to potentially cut the timeline by two years. While Ruto hailed the venture as a 'reckless' but necessary risk for African industrialization, the launch faced protests from local residents over land compensation and environmental concerns, with legal challenges pending in Kenyan courts.

via Sahara Reporters|

#aliko-dangote #energy-and-infrastructure #honeywell

politics1 month ago•8 min saved

Kenya's Foreign Trader Crackdown Triggers Diplomatic Row and Mass Exodus

President William Ruto’s directive to ban foreign nationals from petty trade has sparked widespread fear and harassment against migrants in Kenya. While the government later offered a 90-day registration window, the initial order caused a diplomatic crisis with Burundi and forced many families to separate as workers fled the country.

via BBC|

#burundi #foreign-trade #kenya

politics1 month ago•0 min saved

Kenya grants 90-day amnesty to foreign traders after panic at Burundi embassy

Following President William Ruto’s directive to shut down foreign-run small businesses, hundreds of Burundians rushed to Kenya’s embassy in Nairobi. The Kenyan government responded by offering a 90-day amnesty for undocumented foreigners to regularize their status, while officials denied allegations of state-sponsored xenophobia.

via Business Insider Africa|

#burundi #immigration #kenya

politics-and-economy1 month ago•2 min saved

Kenya Deadline Passes as Trade Ministry Targets Visa Misuse for Small-Scale Trade

Kenya’s trade ministry has warned foreign nationals that visa-free entry does not authorize work, following President William Ruto’s deadline for foreigners to cease small-scale trading. The government aims to shut down unlicensed migrant businesses while emphasizing that compliant investors with proper permits remain welcome. Tensions have risen, particularly with Burundi, whose embassy is issuing emergency travel documents as citizens rush to leave. While the move is framed as protecting local jobs, critics fear it may stoke xenophobia and disrupt regional economic ties.

via BBC|

#burundi #foreign-trade #kenya

economy1 month ago•3 min saved

Kenya Enforces Crackdown on Foreign Small-Scale Traders Amid Regional Tensions

Kenya President William Ruto has ordered the shutdown of small retail shops and hawking operations run by foreign nationals, effective September 7. The move targets unlicensed traders while welcoming capital-intensive foreign investment. The directive aims to protect local micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) and is linked to the proposed Local Content Bill, 2025. While officials clarify that legally permitted foreigners remain protected, the action has sparked diplomatic friction with Burundi and raised concerns about xenophobia and regional trade reciprocity.

via Al Jazeera|

#economy #foreign-investment #kenya

africa3 months ago•6 min saved

Kenya Prepares for Gen Z Protests as Grievances Persist Two Years On

Kenya is bracing for a renewed wave of Gen Z protests two years after tax-driven demonstrations that left dozens dead and exposed deep economic inequality and concerns about police accountability. The government has warned against demonstrations and deployed security forces while cautions over public order continue. A compensation fund for victims of past protests has been announced, but justice for those killed or disappeared remains elusive. As anniversary gatherings and vigils unfold in Nairobi and other towns, opposition leaders urge solidarity and continued pressure on the government to address longstanding grievances.

via Al Jazeera|

#africa #gen-z #human-rights

politics1 year ago•8 min saved

Kenyan Leaders and Citizens Clash Over Violence and Leadership

William Ruto, Kenya's president, faces unprecedented public anger and protests, surpassing historical backlash against past leaders, driven by economic hardships, unmet promises, and social media amplification, with ethnic and political tensions fueling unrest and government crackdowns.

via BBC|

#ethnic-divisions #kenyan-president #politics

world1 year ago•2 min saved

Kenyan President Urges Police to Use Lethal Force Against Protesters

Kenyan President William Ruto authorized police to shoot protesters in the leg to incapacitate them during ongoing anti-government demonstrations, following a recent wave of violence and deaths, amid widespread dissatisfaction with government policies and police conduct.

via Reuters|

#kenya #police-violence #protests

world1 year ago•4 min saved

Kenya's Ruto vows to quell protests amid rising tensions and public discontent

Kenya experienced deadly protests over political and economic issues, with President William Ruto ordering police to incapacitate rioters without killing them, amid international criticism of police brutality and ongoing tensions following recent deaths and property destruction.

via BBC|

#human-rights #kenya-protests #police-violence

world1 year ago•4 min saved

Kenya Protests Turn Deadly as Police Clash with Demonstrators

Thousands of Kenyans protested across multiple cities, mainly in Nairobi, against police brutality, government corruption, and economic grievances, marking the first anniversary of deadly anti-tax protests, with some impact on government actions and increased political tension.

via The New York Times|

#demonstrations #government-corruption #kenya-protests

politics1 year ago•1 min saved

Adani's Legal Troubles Impact Global Deals and India Relations

Kenya's President William Ruto has cancelled two major deals with the Adani Group following fraud charges against Indian billionaire Gautam Adani by US prosecutors. The deals, worth over $2.5 billion, involved investments in Kenya's main airport and energy infrastructure. Ruto cited new information from investigations as the reason for the cancellation, emphasizing his commitment to combating corruption. The airport deal had been controversial, sparking worker strikes over job loss fears. Kenya will seek new partners for these projects.

via BBC.com|

#adani-group #corruption #fraud

international-news2 years ago•3 min saved

Kenya Erupts in Protests Demanding Ruto's Resignation

Kenyan police fired tear gas and used water cannons to disperse hundreds of protesters demanding President William Ruto's resignation over corruption and economic issues. Demonstrations occurred in Nairobi, Mombasa, and other cities, resulting in at least one death and multiple injuries, including a journalist shot by police. Despite Ruto's concessions, activists threaten continued unrest, accusing him of ignoring their grievances.

via Al Jazeera English|

#international-news #kenya #police-violence

international-news2 years ago•2 min saved

Kenyan Protests Escalate: One Dead Amid Calls for President Ruto's Resignation

Anti-government protests in Kenya have intensified, demanding President William Ruto's resignation despite his recent concessions. A protester was killed in clashes with security forces, and police used tear gas to disperse demonstrators in Nairobi. The protests, initially sparked by an unpopular tax bill, have evolved into broader grievances over governance, corruption, and police accountability. President Ruto has called for dialogue, but many protesters, coordinated online by young Kenyans, reject talks and insist he must step down.

via BBC.com|

#governance #international-news #kenya

politics2 years ago•2 min saved

"Kenya Erupts: Protests Demand Ruto's Resignation Amid Clashes"

Kenyan police fired tear gas to disperse hundreds of protesters demanding President William Ruto's resignation over misgovernance, corruption, and the deaths of dozens of demonstrators. Despite Ruto's concessions, including withdrawing $2.7bn in tax hikes and firing his cabinet, protests continue, calling for a "total shutdown" of the country. The unrest marks the biggest crisis of Ruto's two-year tenure, with over 40 people killed in the demonstrations.

via Al Jazeera English|

#corruption #kenya #politics

politics2 years ago•6 min saved

Obama Joins Biden at Star-Studded Kenya State Dinner Amid Criticism

The White House hosted a state dinner for Kenyan President William Ruto, featuring around 500 guests, including celebrities and political figures, with a menu and entertainment tailored to the Rutos' tastes. The event aimed to strengthen U.S.-Kenyan ties and included notable attendees like former Presidents Bill Clinton and Barack Obama. The dinner, held in a glass pavilion on the South Lawn, was part of the Biden administration's efforts to engage with Africa.

via The Associated Press|

#joe-biden #kenya #politics