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May 6, 2026
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Fuel Shortage Hits Nairobi as Motorists Queue Amid Supply Delays

Fuel Shortage Hits Nairobi as Motorists Queue Amid Supply Delays

A fresh fuel shortage has gripped parts of Kenya, with Nairobi emerging as the hardest hit, as motorists spend hours queuing at filling stations in search of petrol and diesel. Long queues and disruptions The shortage, which began earlier this week, saw several stations run dry f..

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Nairobi is experiencing a severe fuel shortage, with motorists facing long queues and disrupted supplies of petrol and diesel.

  • The shortage, which began earlier this week, has caused traffic congestion along major routes.
  • The Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority is expected to conduct a fuel price review soon.
  • Delays in clearing fuel cargo at the Port of Mombasa due to certification issues are cited as the primary cause.

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