Petroleum dealers in Kenya have warned of a possible nationwide halt in fuel supply unless the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) reviews pump prices upward. The United Energy and Petroleum Association (UNEPA), through its chairperson Irene Kimathi, criticised the authority for maintaining fuel prices despite the ongoing supply challenges caused by the Middle East
Africa is turning to the Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals as geopolitical tensions in the Middle East disrupt global fuel supply chains, triggering shortages and price volatility across the continent. The refinery, owned by billionaire Aliko Dangote, has begun exporting refined petroleum products to multiple African markets after reaching full production capacity of 650,000 barrels
Members of Parliament have pushed back against a proposal by Musalia Mudavadi to spend Ksh 280 million on renovating his office, citing concerns over government spending amid growing calls for austerity. The proposed upgrade, tabled under Supplementary Estimates I for the 2025/26 financial year, faced resistance from lawmakers who questioned both its timing and necessity.