In 2012, Kenya has discovered oil deposits that have placed it among the global oil exporters. Huge expectations from this discovery among all the stakeholders have ignited unmatched interest both locally and internationally. The expected socio-economic changes for the nation, however, need to be surgically addressed and assessed. This paper, therefore, aims to explore and assess the drilling division of the upstream sub-sector of the oil and gas industry in Kenya. It analyses the history, exploration, development, and future potential of drilling in the oil and gas industry. To achieve this objective, the article begins by explaining the historical review of oil and gas operations in Kenya, the legal ecosystem of drilling operations, and the drilling operations. Additionally, definitions, types of drilling fluids, and drilling additives are discussed. Finally, the article evaluates the challenges facing oil and gas drilling operations in Kenya and outlines the necessary recommendations for its potential development.
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