Kenya Engages Azerbaijan for East African Oil Refinery Project Amid Fuel Price Protests
Kenya is actively seeking new partners for its proposed East African oil refinery project, with recent discussions involving Azerbaijan's State Oil Company (SOCAR). This move comes as Kenya faces domestic pressure over rising fuel costs, which have led to public protests. President William Ruto met with Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev to discuss potential cooperation in oil, gas, and renewable energy sectors. The talks aim to leverage SOCAR's expertise to enhance Kenya's refining capacity and fuel security. This initiative follows previous engagements with other potential partners, including billionaire Aliko Dangote, as Kenya explores various strategic options to address its energy needs. 
