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The Africa Report · 3 September 2026

Kenya, Dangote eye LNG power deal at Lamu refinery, target Tanzania gas

Kenya is negotiating with Dangote Industries to double the planned capacity of an LNG power plant at the proposed Lamu refinery, potentially increasing it to 1,000 MW. The deal could open a major new market for Tanzanian gas.

Why it matters: This relates to the theme of energy infrastructure and regional gas trade.

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Source
The Africa Report (tier 1)
Published
3 September 2026
Link
https://www.theafricareport.com/429709/kenya-dangote-eye-lng-power-deal-at-lamu-refinery-target-tanzania-gas/
Content depth
partial
Regions
sub-saharan-africa
Subregions
east-africa-horn
Actors
Kenya, Dangote Industries, Tanzania
Edition
2026-09-04

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Kenya is in talks with Dangote Industries to double the planned capacity
potentially increasing it to 1,000 megawatts (MW)
opening a major new market for Tanzanian gas