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Moses Kinyanjui

2026-04-262026-05-07
Mining & Energy

Kenya's Turkana oil production to go commercial by end of 2026

The News

Energy Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi told the Senate that Kenya will begin commercial oil production from South Lokichar, Turkana County, by the end of 2026, with daily output starting at 20,000 barrels and progressing to 50,000 barrels per day.

Why it matters

Commercial oil production beginning by end of 2026 represents a transformational moment for Kenya's economy and energy independence after years of development.

20 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

Tuesday 5 May

  1. Kenya's Turkana oil production to go commercial by end of 2026

    Energy Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi told the Senate that Kenya will begin commercial oil production from South Lokichar, Turkana County, by the end of 2026, with daily output starting at 20,000 barrels and progressing to 50,000 barrels per day.

    20 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  2. Orengo, Babu accuse IG of taking orders from PS Omollo

    Siaya Governor James Orengo alleged that Inspector General Douglas Kanja is working under Interior PS Raymond Omollo's orders, claiming the Executive is controlling the security organs in breach of the NPS's constitutional independence. Orengo urged the IG to resist such interference and prevent the police from being used to settle political scores.

    21 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

Yesterday

  1. Suluhu urges Ruto to crack down on Gen Z governance protests

    Tanzania's President Samia Suluhu has urged Kenyan counterpart William Ruto to apply tough disciplinary measures against young people agitating for good governance, saying youth activism should be handled strictly across the East African bloc and that those breaching conduct standards will face the law.

    5 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Sifuna skips ODM meeting citing security concerns, gangs

    Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna, ODM Secretary General, did not attend the party's Mombasa meeting on Monday, claiming goons had been deployed to attack him and citing a pattern of hired youth groups causing havoc at meetings when dissenting members attend.

    5 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Sunday 3 May

  1. Linda Mwananchi faction criticizes Ruto's Tanzania state visit

    The Linda Mwananchi political faction has raised concerns over President William Ruto's visit to Tanzania, arguing it lacks reciprocal benefit to Kenyans and that addressing the Tanzanian parliament risks endorsing a regime flagged for democratic integrity issues during its 2025 elections.

    4 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Senator Cherargei files motion to strip Uhuru's retirement benefits

    Nandi Senator Samson Cherargei has filed a motion to withdraw the benefits and allowances of retired President Uhuru Kenyatta, arguing that Kenyatta has contravened regulations under the Presidential Retirement Benefits Act by engaging in partisan political processes contrary to section 6 of the Act, which requires a retired president to take only a neutral, consultative, and advisory role.

    4 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  3. Kenya Meteorological Department guides climate planning nationwide

    The Kenya Meteorological Department plays a crucial role in planning and decision-making across different regions, helping Kenyans navigate varying weather patterns from dry seasons in Northern Kenya to wet seasons in the Mount Kenya region, affecting food security, transport systems, and quality of life.

    4 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Saturday 2 May

  1. Kenya Meteorological Department monitors weather patterns nationwide

    The Kenya Meteorological Department plays a crucial role in weather monitoring and climate analysis, helping Kenyans navigate varying weather patterns across different regions—from dry seasons in Northern Kenya to wet seasons in the Mount Kenya region—that affect food security, transport, and quality of life.

    3 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Wednesday 29 April

  1. President Ruto honors marathoner Sawe for record-breaking achievement

    President William Ruto awarded Sebastian Sawe Ksh.8 million after the 30-year-old became the first person to run a marathon in under two hours, with an official time of 01:59:30 at the London Marathon. Ruto hosted Sawe at State House on Thursday to celebrate the historic feat.

    30 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Saturday 25 April

  1. Gachagua vows fresh court challenge to impeachment from office

    DCP leader Rigathi Gachagua says he will return to court to challenge what he calls his fraudulent impeachment from the Deputy President's office, asserting he has built a case proving he was ousted on unconstitutional grounds.

    26 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →

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