The government has said the nearly completed Taifa Gas LPG Terminal at the Dongo Kundu Special Economic Zone (SEZ) in Mombasa will play a key role in reducing cooking gas prices by strengthening Kenya’s liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) supply chain and increasing competition in the sector.
Interior Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo said the project delivers on President William Ruto’s commitment to make clean cooking energy more affordable and accessible to Kenyan households.
“When H.E. President William Samoei Ruto pledged to lower the cost of cooking gas for Kenyan households, he envisioned a future driven by strategic private sector investment, expanded infrastructure and increased competition across the LPG value chain. The Taifa Gas LPG Terminal is a major step towards achieving that vision,” Omollo said.
Major LPG Storage Facility Nearing Completion
The facility, which sits on a 30-acre site about four kilometres from the Port of Mombasa, has been designed to become one of the largest LPG storage and distribution hubs in the region.
According to Omollo, the terminal comprises 12 spherical storage tanks with a combined storage capacity of 30,000 metric tonnes, while also providing room for future expansion as demand for LPG continues to grow.
“Following the President’s groundbreaking visit in February 2023, extensive earthworks transformed what was previously a hilly site into a modern LPG terminal. Construction of the storage tanks is complete, with testing underway, while installation of pipelines, electrical systems and instrumentation is progressing steadily,” he said.
Expected to Reduce LPG Costs
Omollo said the project is expected to significantly improve Kenya’s LPG supply chain by facilitating efficient bulk importation, storage and nationwide distribution of cooking gas.
“The substantial storage capacity and the entry of a major player into the market will strengthen competition, reduce supply bottlenecks and ultimately drive down the cost of cooking gas for households and businesses across Kenya,” he said.
He noted that the investment aligns with the government’s broader efforts to increase access to clean cooking energy while reducing reliance on traditional fuels.
Jobs and Economic Benefits
Beyond improving energy access, Omollo said the project has already created employment opportunities for local communities during construction and is expected to generate additional jobs once operations begin.
“The project has generated significant employment opportunities during the construction phase and will continue creating jobs as the facility becomes operational, contributing to local economic growth,” he said.
Government Assures Safe Operations
Omollo added that the State Department for Internal Security and National Administration is working closely with other government agencies to ensure the terminal operates safely and efficiently.
“The State Department continues to support implementation of the facility by fostering a secure operating environment and strengthening coordination among regulatory and security agencies. This collaboration will help ensure the safe handling, controlled distribution and uninterrupted supply of LPG across the country,” he said.
He said the government’s support for the project reflects its commitment to creating an enabling environment for strategic investments that improve service delivery, enhance energy security and stimulate economic development.
