Sh2.2trn Dangote refinery: First vessel carrying project cargo arrives at Lamu Port

The Sh2.2 trillion East African Oil Refinery by Aliko Dangote on Saturday received a major boost after the first caller vessel, Mv Da Yang Bai He, docked at the Port of Lamu in Kililana.

The vessel was laden with 2,930.295 metric tonnes of construction materials for the mega investment, which is set to be officially commissioned by President William Ruto, 14 other Heads of State, together with the investor, Aliko Dangote, on Wednesday, September 30, 2026.

On Saturday, there was pomp and colour at the port facility when the vessel carrying the critical Dangote Refinery construction equipment docked at Berth 3, where it was welcomed by cultural dances such as Goma la Lamu.

Speaking shortly after receiving the ship, Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) Managing Director Captain William Ruto cited the arrival of Mv Da Yang Bai He as a great milestone.