KPC Dismisses Fuel Shortage Fears, Assures Kenyans of Adequate Stocks: The Kenya Pipeline Company has issued statements to dismiss public fears of fuel shortages, assuring adequate petroleum stocks across its network. However, transporters through the Kenya Transporters Association have raised concerns over emerging supply disruptions threatening transport operations. Meanwhile, energy experts warn the crisis could worsen due to Kenya's lack of strategic petroleum reserves, leaving the country vulnerable to price hikes and supply disruptions. Boda-boda and matatu operators across Kenya are reporting severe impacts on their operations and livelihoods, while motorists in Kisumu face lengthy queues at gas stations due to low fuel stock. Residents in Nyeri are also expressing widespread frustration as the fuel shortage continues to grip the country. EPRA Flags Hoarding, Illegal Pricing as Parliament Summons Wandayi: The Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority has issued a stern warning to oil marketing companies regarding alleged hoarding of petroleum products and illegal pricing, warning of significant penalties including license revocation. The Kenyan Parliament has separately summoned Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi to explain allegations of billions lost in a fuel scandal, following concerns raised in the National Assembly regarding the disappearance of significant fuel reserves. A human rights lobby, the Mtetezi Grassroots Economic Justice Movement, is threatening nationwide protests if the government does not take decisive action on substandard fuel imports. Energy expert Patrick Obath suggests Kenya may be sourcing fuel from unconventional origins including India and Belgium. Ruto Nominates Wattanga Envoy to South Africa After KRA Exit: President William Ruto has nominated former Kenya Revenue Authority Commissioner General Humphrey Wattanga as Kenya's High Commissioner to South Africa following his exit from the tax authority. This nomination is part of a broader foreign service shake-up in which Ruto announced new envoys to various international postings. The KRA announced the leadership change on April 8, 2026, marking a significant transition in the tax authority's leadership. Leaders Condemn Assault on Vihiga Senator Osotsi: Vihiga Senator Godfrey Osotsi was violently assaulted by armed individuals in Kisumu town on Wednesday, with the attack widely condemned by leaders across the political spectrum. National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang'ula led leaders and thousands of mourners at a memorial service for the late Ol Kalou MP David Njuguna Kiaraho at the proposed Nyandarua University grounds. President William Ruto, speaking at the funeral of Olkalou MP David Kiaraho in Nyandarua County, stated he will respond to critics with development achievements and urged leaders to focus on service, not insults. Energy experts warn fuel crisis may worsen as Kenya lacks strategic petroleum reserves: Energy experts are warning that Kenya's fuel crisis could escalate due to the nation's lack of strategic petroleum reserves, leaving the country vulnerable to price hikes and supply disruptions. Motorists across Kisumu are experiencing lengthy queues at gas stations due to nationwide low fuel stock, causing significant disruptions for drivers and potential implications for transportation and commerce. Residents in Nyeri are also voicing widespread frustration as the fuel shortage crisis continues to grip the country, causing significant disruption and hardship. Additionally, Boda-boda and matatu operators across Kenya are severely impacted as the widespread national fuel shortage disrupts their operations and livelihoods. Energy expert Patrick Obath suggests Kenya may be sourcing fuel from unconventional origins, potentially including India and Belgium. The Kenyan Parliament has summoned Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi to explain allegations of billions lost in a fuel scandal, following concerns raised in the National Assembly regarding the disappearance of significant fuel reserves.
