Energy Ministry Tackles Fuel Shortage Amid Rationing and Panic Buying
The State Department for Petroleum has reassured the public that national petrol reserves are sufficient. Principal Secretary Mohamed Liban gave the assurance during a live interview on Monday, March 23, 2025, with Belgut MP Nelson Koech present.
Current stock and distribution
Authorities reported more than 100 million litres of super petrol entered the system by Thursday, March 19, 2025. Officials said this supply should ease consumption pressure over the next one to two weeks.
The statement noted an operational fault affected super petrol availability in some areas. Regulators attributed local shortages to hoarding by some oil marketers.
Regulatory action and market response
The Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority is engaging oil companies to restore regular deliveries. The regulator is also investigating stockpiling tied to speculation and panic buying.
Officials said daily pump prices rose over recent weeks because of market fears. The ministry has urged calm and compliance with distribution rules.
Keywords in context
The Energy Ministry is addressing the fuel shortage and tackling concerns about rationing and panic buying. Regulators aim to curb hoarding and stabilise supplies quickly.
Global tensions and supply risks
Heightened conflict in the Middle East has increased pressure on global energy markets. Attacks in the region forced Iran to partially close the Strait of Hormuz.
That passage carries more than 20 percent of global crude oil and liquefied natural gas. Strategic threats and retaliatory rhetoric have amplified uncertainty for import-dependent countries.
Domestic vulnerability and pricing
Kenyans remain exposed because the country imports almost all refined petroleum products. Any sustained disruption overseas could affect local supply and prices.
EPRA kept retail fuel prices unchanged in its March 15 to April 14 review. The regulator said most cargoes were priced in February, so current tensions had not yet affected those shipments.
Government energy work
Energy Cabinet Secretary James Opiyo Wandayi recently commissioned the Loo Rateng’ rural electrification project in Migori County. The project reflects ongoing efforts to expand power access alongside fuel supply management.
- Principal Secretary: Mohamed Liban
- MP involved: Nelson Koech
- Major supply arrival: ~101 million litres of super petrol (March 19, 2025)
- Pricing review period: March 15 – April 14, 2025
- Regional concern: Partial closure of the Strait of Hormuz
Filmogaz.com will continue monitoring supply developments and official statements. Regulators say they are prioritising steady distribution and consumer reassurance.
