The construction of the Turkana – Lamu Oil pipeline is projected to create more than 7,000 jobs. Some of the beneficiaries of the project will be skilled oil and gas professionals as well as unskilled workers.
The British Oil firm has applied to the National Environmental Management Authority (Nema) for approval to proceed with the oil pipeline project. An environmental and social impact assessment report states, “The construction workforce will peak at approximately 7,000 jobs,”
Most of the workers in the oil pipeline construction will be from the local community.
“The overall approach will be to employ local workers who possess the qualifications and experience required for the relevant work. To facilitate this process, a job readiness and skills development process will be developed and implemented as part of the contracting process,” reads the report.
The Turkana – Lamu Oil pipeline is estimated to cost KSh100 billion. The entire process will be overseen by a pipeline company jointly formed by Tullow Oil, Africa Oil, Total, and the Government of Kenya.
Additionally, Nema is inviting the public to give their views on the environmental and social impact assessment report for project.
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