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The need for hands-on, competency-based firefighting training for hydrocarbon-based fires in the Oil Industry cannot be over-emphasized. KPRL is a DOSHS Certified Fire Training Centre endowed with both technical and infrastructural resources. This is an opportunity that KPRL is uniquely placed to deliver an important industry service in the East & Central Africa region.

As a facility, KPRL has the following Resources that can be accessed during the training:

1. Fire Engines
2. Fire Training Grounds
3. Well-trained and experienced Fire Trainers
4. Fire Suppression systems including, fire water ring main, Fire Monitors, sprinkler systems, and Deluge system

From 26^th February 2024 to 1^st March 2024, KPRL Emergency Response School conducted Basic Fire Fighting Training for 19 KPRL First Intervention Members who underwent theories and practicals of fire fighting under the guidance of FSA.177. Antony Munga and FSA 016. Abdallah Bambaulo.

Modules Offered at the KPRL Training School include:

• Basic Firefighting, (Theory & Hands-on).
• Breathing Apparatus
• Fire Extinguisher Awareness
• Fire Appliance Operations
• Incident Command
• Confined space Entry

Portrietz Integrated Secondary School is a mixed-day boarding school that opened its doors in August 2021. It caters for both regular and special needs education students.

The Deputy Principal, Mr. Anourine Namaka expressed utmost gratitude to KPRL for the initiative of supporting them in their school feeding programme. He further requested collaboration in other areas as KPRL has expertise in various fields and can offer talks to students on career choices amongst other topics.

The acquisition of KPRL by KPC has been completed making KPRL a subsidiary of KPC.

At the signing of the Share Transfer Agreement (STA) at the National Treasury on Friday, 27th October 2023, the Ministry of Energy and Petroleum Cabinet Secretary, Mr. Davis Chirchir said that besides enhancing the storage capacity of petroleum products in the country, the take-over will accelerate the proliferation of per capita use of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) through the development of LPG bulk import handling and storage facilities at the Kenya Petroleum Refineries Limited tank farm in Changamwe, Mombasa. He added that the acquisition will aid in the upgrade, rehabilitation of Kenya Petroleum Refineries Limited, and push the planned capacity enhancement of the pipeline system throughout the Country as well as bring social and economic benefits to the coast region and to Kenya at large.

In attendance at the ceremony were PS State Department of Petroleum, Mr. Mohamed Liban, KPRL Directors; Ms. Lilian Mahiri-Zaja, Mr. Henry Karinga, and Mr. Joseph Ngugi, Ag. CEO-KPRL CPA. Joseph Ndoti, KPC Managing Director Mr. Joe Sang, and other Management representatives from the Ministries, KPRL, and KPC.

Below is the statement from the CS, National Treasury – Prof. Njuguna Ndung’u during the signing of the Share Transfer Agreement:

 “The Government through the National Treasury is transferring 100% of its shares held at KPRL to KPC without any monetary consideration. This asset if well leveraged will boost the value of KPC and position it to deliver better value to the government and the general public. It will also better position KPC to serve our strategic interests by bolstering its storage capacity.” Prof. Njuguna Ndung’u – CS, National Treasury

The Standard Chartered Bank’s 20^th Edition Marathon flagged off at Treasury Square from 0600hrs on October 29, 2023. Some of the objectives of the marathon include; celebrating 20 years of running, planting 2 million seedlings in the next five years to promote environmental sustainability, and providing opportunities for local athletic talent to excel while boosting tourism in Kenya. Further to this, proceeds from the marathon registration were channeled to support the Standard Chartered Futuremakers programs. The programs aim to tackle inequality, encourage economic inclusion, and empower the younger generation.

KPRL was well represented in this great CSR activity by 40 of its members who participated in the 5KM and 10KM categories. Congratulations to you all!!

It was a busy tour for the CS Ministry of Energy and Petroleum, Mr. Davis Chirchir, and PS State Department of Petroleum, Mr. Mohamed Liban on Wednesday 31^st August 2023 when they visited Mombasa to engage with stakeholders on the ongoing acquisition of KPRL by KPC whose main aim is to enhance national petroleum products storage and distribution.

Their first stop was a courtesy call on Mombasa Governor, H.E. Abdullswamad Sharrif Nassir, local MP’s, and MCA’s who they briefed on the Government transaction which is due for completion shortly. They assured the participants that the transfer of ownership of the refinery did not mean that the asset of KPRL was being transferred elsewhere but indeed plans were under way to expand, invest, and upgrade the facility under KPC thereby enhancing employment and other streams of business for the region.

In the afternoon, the CS toured the refinery plant site with particular attention to the unused Power Plant which he said would be revived and power sold onto the national grid to enhance the company’s revenues.

Lastly, the CS met all employees of KPRL and gave assurances that under the new dispensation, their jobs would be secure and indeed there would be more opportunities for everyone in the new and larger KPRL/KPC family.

At the quarterly member engagement forum on 28^th July 2023, the Trustee Board of the Kenya Petroleum Refineries Limited Defined Contribution Fund launched a new Fund logo which had been under development for several months.

The Logo was selected from a number of member contributions and developed bearing in mind the Funds Mission and Vision of ensuring members comfort in retirement while not losing sight of the Sponsors corporate colours. The logo will henceforth be used in all Fund communications material and branding.

KPRL partnered with the Torch Regulated Non-Withdrawable Deposit Taking Savings and Credit Cooperative Society and awarded bursaries to needy students from 7 schools in the Changamwe area, Mombasa County on May 17, 2023. The amount disbursed was Kshs. 300,000.00 which was to cover tuition expenses for 30 students for an academic year. This excellent initiative by Torch Regulated NWDT SACCO was fully supported by KPRL as education was one of the pillars of its CSR activities.

The International Firefighters Day is a day dedicated to recognizing and honouring the brave individuals who put their lives on the line every day to save others. These firefighters demonstrate courage, strength, and selflessness as they work tirelessly to protect their communities, often putting themselves in harm’s way.

This year on 3^rd May 2023, the celebrations were held in Shika Adabu Fire Station in Likoni constituency and brought together all emergency responders, supporters, and stakeholders and was graced by His Excellency Abdulswamad The Governor of the County Government of Mombasa, The area Member of Parliament Madam Mishi Mboko, speaker of Mombasa County and the European support team. KPRL was represented by the Fire Safety Advisor Mr. Antony Munga, Fire Safety Officer Mr. Abdallah Bambaulo and General Shift Supervisor Mr. Euphrasio Mureithi.

KPRL Emergency Response Training School trainers Antony Munga, Abdallah Bambaulo and Euraphsio Mureithi were awarded recognition certificates for commitment in upgrading the skill levels of County Firefighters and KPRL awarded a trophy for best drill displayed on the day and dedication in Fire Safety within the company and neighbouring community.

We must all acknowledge that Mental Health has become a major concern in our youth and teenagers from the many unpleasant circumstances we see or hear of affecting them and young adults too. The workshop was designed to give ideas on how to deal with some of these challenges encountered especially in schools and how to cope.

The event was held on 18th January 2023 at the KPRL Estate Hall in conjunction with Chiromo Hospital which saw 75 adolescents, teenagers, and young adults participate.

Attendees were mostly concerned about how to deal with academic stress/relationships with peers, families, and sexuality issues.

Thank you Chiromo Hospital Group for facilitating this workshop!