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April 5, 2026

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Kenya petrol cover drops to 16 days amid Middle East crisis

Kenya petrol cover drops to 16 days amid Middle East crisis

Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi told the Parliamentary Energy Committee that the government is closely monitoring petroleum reserves and incoming shipments following disruptions linked to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today |..

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Kenya's fuel security is under threat as super petrol stocks have dropped to 16 days amid escalating tensions in the Middle East and disruptions to global supply chains, particularly the closure of the Strait of Hormuz.

Current super petrol reserves stand at 138,623 metric tonnes, equivalent to 16 days of cover.
Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi informed the Parliamentary Energy Committee about the situation and government monitoring.
The crisis poses significant fiscal risks, with potential revenue losses estimated at up to Sh60 billion in the 2025/26 financial year.

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