Tullow signs deal to build Kenya oil pipeline

Kenya has signed an agreement with British oil explorer Tullow that allows initial works on the oil pipeline to begin. TEA GRAPHIC | NMG

Kenya’s plans to build an oil pipeline for its Turkana deposits got a major boost Tuesday after the government signed an agreement with British oil explorer Tullow that allows initial works to begin.

Tuesday’s pact, which also includes Africa Oil and AP Moller-Maersk, paves the way for commencement of early works such as mapping the pipeline path and environmental assessment for compliance.