President William Ruto has issued a stern warning to fuel marketers against creating artificial fuel shortages amidst ongoing supply disruptions. The Head of State emphasized that hoarding fuel for anticipated price hikes will not be tolerated.

• The warnings come as global fuel prices rise due to disruptions in the Middle East, particularly the Strait of Hormuz.
• President William Ruto met with stakeholders and confirmed engagement with regional partners to mitigate the impact.
• Energy Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi assures the public that Kenya has sufficient fuel stocks and urges against panic buying.