Kenya Announces Plans to Invest in Uganda's Oil Refinery

Kenya has announced plans to invest in Uganda's oil refinery, according to a report from AllAfrica. The announcement was made during a keynote address at the Africa We Build Summit in Nairobi on April 23, 2026. This investment is described as a reciprocal gesture after Uganda acquired shares in the Kenya Pipeline Company.

2026, Uganda, through the Uganda National Oil Company, finalized a deal to acquire a 20.15 percent stake in the Kenya Pipeline Company via its initial public offering on the Nairobi Securities Exchange. The shares were purchased for approximately 918 billion Ugandan shillings, equivalent to 32.95 billion Kenyan shillings.

AllAfrica reported that this acquisition is seen as strategic for securing long-term access to petroleum products and deepening regional energy ties.

The summit, organized by the Africa Finance Corporation in partnership with the Kenyan government, brought together African leaders, investors, and policymakers. Discussions centered on strategies to advance infrastructure projects from planning to implementation, emphasizing long-term investment and regional collaboration.

The two-day event highlighted opportunities for joint resource development in the region.

The planned investment in the refinery reflects ongoing efforts to transform regional infrastructure through mutual investments. AllAfrica noted that such actions go beyond immediate financial considerations to foster broader economic ties. Further details on the investment amount or timeline were not specified in the report.