Kenya: Gulf Energy Receives Drilling Rig in Mombasa As Kenya Targets First Oil in Dec

Gulf Energy E&P BV SEZ has received an onshore drilling rig at the Port of Mombasa, marking a significant step in the development of the South Lokichar oil project. The equipment arrival serves as a key logistical milestone for the infrastructure required to support the site's operations.

This development aligns with Kenya's broader national objective to initiate commercial crude oil production by the end of 2026. The arrival of the rig is intended to accelerate the momentum of the country's ongoing efforts to transition into a commercial oil producer.