Kenya approves $6.1 billion oil project after Tullow exit

Image of oil refinery at night across the sea. Photo @Unsplash
Image of oil refinery at night across the sea. Photo @Unsplash
  • Kenya clears major $6.1bn oil development plan
  • Gulf Energy to start production by December 2026

 

NAIROBI, KENYAKenya has approved a $6.1 billion oil development plan under new investor Gulf Energy, paving the way for the country’s first large-scale crude production by December 2026.

The field development plan (FDP) – covering production forecasts, cost outlines and environmental management – had stalled for years under British explorer Tullow Oil Plc due to what officials described as technical and financial gaps. Gulf Energy acquired Tullow’s stake in April 2025 for $120 million, triggering a full review and resubmission of the project.

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