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A proposed mega-refinery project backed by Nigerian industrialist Aliko Dangote is igniting regional competition in East Africa, with Kenya and Tanzania both positioning themselves to host what could become one of the continent's most transformative energy investments. The rivalry highlights the strategic importance of hosting such a major energy facility.
The refinery, still in its planning and expansion phase, is being viewed as a potential game changer for a region that remains heavily dependent on imported refined fuel, despite having significant crude oil reserves. If realized, the project could reshape fuel supply chains, reduce import dependency, and strengthen industrial capacity across East Africa.
Mr. Aliko Dangote says the refining capacity could reach 2.1 million barrels per day by 2030, positioning it among the world's largest refining operators. "From East Africa, we will be able to serve the region… this refinery is more justified when you look at the volumes," he said, emphasizing the project's regional scale.
Escalating global tensions linked to the U.S.–Israel conflict with Iran have contributed to rising fuel prices across several African countries, making domestic refining capacity more urgent. In Uganda, this pressure is accelerating interest in alternative energy solutions, including a government-backed electric bus manufacturing initiative offering cleaner and more affordable mobility options.
Meanwhile in Rabat, a landmark agreement between the African Development Bank and the OCP Group has been signed, valued at nearly €1 billion. The deal aims to strengthen Africa's food security by developing a self-reliant green fertilizer corridor designed to protect the continent's agricultural systems from global supply disruptions.
The initiative is expected to enhance access to sustainable fertilizers for African farmers while reducing reliance on volatile international markets. These parallel developments in energy and food security reflect broader efforts to build Africa's industrial self-sufficiency.
