CS Wandayi Orders Oil Marketers to Release Hoarded Fuel - March 2026

Energy Cabinet Secretary Moses Wandayi has ordered oil marketers to immediately release fuel that is allegedly being hoarded and hidden from the market, as Kenya experiences a growing fuel shortage with petrol stations running dry across the country. This comes despite Wandayi's earlier assurances that sufficient stocks are available. The Petroleum Outlets Association of Kenya (POAK) has also urged the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) to increase fuel prices to align with global markets and prevent impending shortages. The boss of financial giant BlackRock separately warned that oil prices hitting $150 a barrel would trigger a global recession, adding to concerns about energy costs.