New fuel tanker arrives at Mombasa port amid nationwide shortages - March 2026

A new fuel tanker has arrived at the Port of Mombasa, bringing a glimmer of hope amidst a deepening nationwide fuel crisis. Small-scale Kenyan fuel retailers are facing shortages, attributing the problem to large oil companies refusing to sell them fuel. In Machakos County, contractors are expressing grave concerns over millions of shillings owed to them for completed projects, with some claiming over KSh 1 billion in outstanding payments. Additionally, a group of youth in Narok embarked on a 150km walk to protest the deplorable state of local roads and demand urgent government intervention.