Small and medium-sized gas dealers in Kenya have secured an initial victory against major oil marketing companies who they accuse of attempting to force them out of business through alleged illegal raids and arrests. This legal battle highlights tensions within the gas distribution sector.

• The High Court has halted enforcement raids on small gas outlets until a pending court case is heard.
• The dispute involves local small and medium-sized gas dealers versus major oil marketing companies.
• The dealers claim the oil majors are trying to "squeeze them out of business."