Kribi Oil Refinery in Cameroon Set to Start Operations in 2026, Two Years Ahead of Schedule. Yaoundé, Cameroon — The Kribi oil refinery in Cameroon is poised to begin operations in the second half of 2026, two years ahead of the originally planned schedule, according to official statements. This marks a significant development for the country, which has long relied on fuel imports.
The initial operations are aimed at meeting about 22% of the nation’s diesel and gasoline requirements, regional officials confirmed.
The project is a collaboration between Cstar Petroleum, the National Hydrocarbons Corporation (SNH), Tradex, and Ariana Energy. It is designed to help Cameroon reduce its reliance on fuel imports, which surged after a fire at the Sonara refinery in 2019.
According to local reports, the Kribi oil refinery is one of the most visible energy infrastructure projects in Cameroon. Its early production launch is seen as a crucial step toward achieving energy self-sufficiency for the nation.
The government stated in a communiqué that the project is part of a broader strategy to enhance the country’s energy security and economic independence.
It is expected to contribute significantly to the nation’s economic growth and create jobs. Further details about the project, including the full operational timeline and the final capacity, are expected to be released in the coming months.
In the meantime, the partial startup scenario is anticipated to begin in the second half of 2026, regional officials confirmed.
The situation remains developing, and further details are expected as the project progresses. Officials commented on the matter.
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Source: Cameroon’s $622 million Kribi oil refinery to begin operations in 2026, two years ahead of schedule — Businessinsider.
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*Additional reporting by ImNews | Sources consulted: 4*
