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01BusinessAfrica

Ethiopia, Djibouti and Dangote plan a $660m petroleum pipeline

The two governments and Nigerian billionaire Aliko Dangote announce a refined-fuel pipeline for landlocked Ethiopia.

Reuters reported on 24 September 2026 that Ethiopia, Djibouti and Dangote Group plan to build a $660 million refined petroleum pipeline connecting the two countries. An Ethiopian government spokesperson confirmed the plan. The pipeline aims to improve fuel supply for Ethiopia, which relies heavily on Djibouti's port.

What holds up

  • ✓The plan was confirmed by an Ethiopian government spokesperson to Reuters.
  • ✓The projected cost cited is $660 million.

What doesn't yet

  • ?Financing and construction timelines have not been finalised.
  • ?Dangote Group's financial commitment and stake were not detailed.

Ask before you share

  • →Who will finance and build it, and by when?
  • →Does it reduce or deepen Ethiopia's reliance on Djibouti?
  • →What environmental and land-use assessments have been done?

Sources & original reporting

  1. [1]Reuters · Published 24 Sept 2026 · reuters.com