The Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) is set to announce new fuel prices today, April 14, amidst a domestic fuel scandal and global oil market volatility.

• The decision follows weeks of uncertainty after a controversial fuel shipment led to arrests and resignations of senior officials.
• Key players include EPRA, the Ministry of Energy, and stakeholders concerned about global oil market volatility, particularly tensions between the United States and Iran.
• Motorists and businesses are bracing for potential price hikes, which could impact the broader economy, while calls for accountability and reforms grow louder.

Kenyans have been urged to remain calm as Parliament, through the Defence and Foreign Relations Committee, investigates the alarming issue of substandard fuel within the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF). Parliament's probe has intensified following recent reports.

• Opiyo Wandayi, the Majority Leader in the National Assembly, has publicly denied any personal wrongdoing and rejected calls for his resignation amidst the ongoing saga.
• The substandard fuel issue has raised significant concerns within the KDF, prompting parliamentary action.
• Opiyo Wandayi emphasized adherence to the law and parliamentary procedures during the investigation.

Energy and Petroleum Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi has denied any involvement in a controversial oil importation deal, asserting he was not consulted on the matter.

• The CS has shifted blame to the vessel alignment committee within the ministry.
• Opiyo Wandayi insists he was not privy to the decisions made regarding the fuel import saga.
• This statement comes as the ministry faces scrutiny over the oil procurement process.

Concerns over accountability have been raised after suspects linked to the national fuel saga were freed without charges.

• A number of suspects were reportedly released by the Directorate of Public Prosecutions.
• The failure to bring charges has drawn criticism regarding the handling of the fuel saga investigations.
• This development raises questions about the commitment to prosecutorial accountability within Kenya.

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has pledged technical and financial support to Kenya amidst economic pressures exacerbated by the Middle East war crisis.

• Kenya is seeking a new funded program following the expiration of a previous Ksh466 billion ($3.6 billion) arrangement.
• Key figures involved include IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva and Kenya's National Treasury officials led by Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi and Central Bank Governor Kamau Thugge.
• Discussions covered Kenya’s economic performance, inflation, reforms, and the impact of global tensions, particularly the conflict in the Middle East.