Kenya has assured citizens that the country’s fuel supply remains stable despite continued volatility in global energy markets, with the government saying systems are in place to shield consumers from severe price shocks.
In a statement on Friday, Opiyo Wandayi said the government remains committed to ensuring reliable, accessible and affordable energy for all Kenyans.
“The priority is clear: keep fuel flowing, keep the economy moving, and protect citizens from unnecessary shocks,” he said.
The Energy Ministry said fuel imports continue to arrive on schedule, with storage levels remaining stable and distribution across the country proceeding without interruption.
Authorities also confirmed that operations at the Port of Mombasa and inland fuel depots are functioning normally.
According to the ministry, spot checks have been institutionalised across storage and supply systems to ensure compliance and maintain supply security.
On fuel prices, the government acknowledged that Kenya remains exposed to international market forces, noting that recent fluctuations in global oil prices have affected many countries.
However, Wandayi defended the government-to-government (G2G) fuel import framework, saying it has helped stabilise supply and cushion Kenyans from sharper increases in pump prices.
He said the arrangement has reduced Kenya’s exposure to market volatility by providing more predictable freight and premium costs.
Under the G2G framework, freight and premium costs have remained between USD 78 and USD 97 per tonne, compared to open spot markets where costs reportedly surged to between USD 250 and USD 300 per tonne during the same period.
The ministry also said the framework has enabled Kenya to diversify fuel sourcing, with cargoes now being loaded from multiple international supply points including Europe, the US Gulf Coast, India and the Red Sea region.
“This diversification strengthens resilience, reduces reliance on any single route, and ensures continuity even when traditional supply channels face disruption,” Wandayi said.
The government further noted that there are early indications global pressures could begin easing due to changes in demand patterns and improved supply routing.
While cautioning that the international market remains unpredictable, the ministry said Kenyans could progressively benefit from improved conditions if global stability continues.
Wandayi added that Kenya is also exploring long-term plans to develop regional refinery capacity as part of efforts to strengthen energy security.
The ministry said it will continue engaging manufacturers, oil marketing companies, transport operators, distributors and regulators while keeping the public updated on developments in the energy sector.
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