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Why Dangote decided to build mega oil refinery in Lamu

Aliko Dangote's proposed East African mega-refinery, estimated at USD15 to 17 billion, has set off intense debate in regional boardrooms. One question dominates: If Tanzania hosts the newly completed East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP) from Uganda, why did Dangote pick Kenya over Tanga?

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