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April 30, 2026
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Kenya eases fuel standards for six months to curb supply risks

Kenya eases fuel standards for six months to curb supply risks

Trade CS Kinyanju says move seeks to avert shortages amid Middle East supply disruptions...

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Kenya has temporarily eased its fuel quality standards for a period of six months, a move aimed at preventing supply shortages.

  • The maximum allowable sulphur content in both diesel and petrol has been increased to 50mg/kg.
  • This decision was announced by Trade Cabinet Secretary Lee Kinyanjui.
  • The relaxation of standards is a response to supply disruptions originating from the Middle East.

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