The refinery is expected to generate 1,000 megawatts of electricity and produce one million tonnes of polypropylene, with the wider project covering areas such as energy, petrochemicals, logistics, engineering, manufacturing and marine services.
By David AbonyoSpeaking on Radio Generation on Wednesday, Njiru said residents affected by the refinery and the wider Lamu Port-South Sudan-Ethiopia Transport (LAPSSET) corridor projects must be involved in decisions concerning their land and livelihoods, arguing that communities hosting major investments should also have a share in the benefits.
By David AbonyoSpeaking in Fulugani, Kwale County on Tuesday, Ruto said some people who publicly supported the refinery were working behind the scenes to stop it through legal action, accusing them of using “selfishness” and “extortionism” to undermine investors.
By David AbonyoThe 133 residents want the court to halt construction, excavation and other activities on land they claim forms part of LR No. 13061 until their alleged community and customary interests are identified and determined.
By Samuel OtienoThe President said the plan was intended to give residents greater access to land and ensure they benefit from the natural resources found within the county.
By Bradley BosireThe petition, presented to the House on behalf of Chang Kelek Kipsigis, Ogiek squatters from Kericho, calls for government action to allow members of the community to settle on the land.
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe President said some residents had been unable to fully use or transact on their farms after restrictions were imposed during the process of issuing title deeds for land within the Mau Forest.
By Bradley BosireA National Assembly committee sent the Aviation Principal Secretary and Kenya Airports Authority managing director back to prepare more comprehensive answers on Wajir Airport expansion plans and concerns raised by residents about demolitions, evictions and compensation.
By David Bogonko Nyokang'i