Alex Vines , an expert on Africa says that Africa is on the new oil and gas frontier . The author suggests the discovery of oil in Kenya adds complexity to the upcoming presidential election . He says many worry that the oil money may further blight an already corrupted political class in Kenya . If significant oil reserves are found , this could be transformative for its economy . Using oil funds to build up a competitive economy is the key to avoid a resource curse , concludes Vines .
Alex Vines , an expert on Africa says that Africa is on the new oil and gas frontier . The author suggests the discovery of oil in Kenya adds complexity to the upcoming presidential election . He says many worry that the oil money may further blight an already corrupted political class in Kenya . Using oil funds to build up a competitive economy is the key to avoid a resource curse , concludes Vines .