Energy and Petroleum Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi has assured Kenyans that the government has adequate stocks of petroleum products despite the ongoing crisis in the Middle East.
Wandayi said the government had put measures in place to ensure the country maintains an uninterrupted supply of fuel as global developments continue to affect energy markets.
“In the meantime, I wish to reiterate that the Government has taken decisive steps to ensure adequate and uninterrupted supply of petroleum products even in the midst of the Middle East crisis,” Wandayi said on Wednesday.
He said the government was maintaining an active focus on ensuring petroleum products remain available to consumers and businesses.
“We confirm that we have adequate stocks of Petroleum products, and we have in place plans for continuous replenishment,” he said.
The Cabinet Secretary said the government would continue monitoring developments in the international market and respond where necessary to cushion Kenyans and businesses from potential price volatility.
“We will continue to monitor global developments and take necessary measures to protect citizens and businesses from volatility,” Wandayi said.
His remarks come as disruptions and uncertainty in the Middle East continue to raise concerns over the stability of global energy markets and their potential impact on petroleum prices and supplies.
Wandayi also highlighted measures already taken by the government to reduce the cost burden on petroleum consumers.
He pointed to the reduction of Value Added Tax on petroleum products from 16 per cent to eight per cent, which took effect on April 15, 2026.
“In addition to the bold step to reduce the VAT of petroleum products from 16% to 8% effected on 15th April, 2026, the Government has from time to time deployed subsidy from the Petroleum Development Levy fund to reduce the burden on consumers,” he said.
The CS said the interventions were part of efforts to shield consumers from the impact of fluctuations in global petroleum prices.
The government’s assurance is aimed at easing concerns over possible fuel shortages as international developments continue to influence crude oil prices, shipping routes and petroleum supply chains.
Wandayi maintained that Kenya had sufficient petroleum stocks and mechanisms for continued replenishment, signalling that the government was prepared to respond to changing conditions in the global energy market.