The Ministry of Energy and Petroleum Cabinet Secretary (CS) Opiyo Wandayi has disclosed that the temporary fuel supply challenges experienced in isolated filling stations in some parts of the country arose from a technical and administrative hitch.
In a press statement on Wednesday May 6, 2026, Wandayi assured Kenyans that the temporary fuel supply challenges have been resolved and the country has adequate fuel stocks.
“The Ministry of Energy and Petroleum wishes to inform the public that the temporary fuel supply challenges experienced in isolated filling stations in some parts of the country arose from a technical and administrative hitch,” read part of the statement.
He added that the challenges curtailed the optimal uptake of petroleum products by a few oil marketing companies operating in the downstream of the supply chain.
“The matter has since been resolved, and the Ministry is working closely with industry stakeholders to normalize deliveries,” Wandayi noted.
“Fuel restocking in various filling stations is underway, and normal supply across the country will be attained by the end of the day today,” he added.
The Energy CS emphasized that the Government is committed to safeguarding national energy security and ensuring reliable fuel supply for households, businesses, and industries nationwide.
His remarks emerged a day after motorists in Nairobi and other parts of the country raised concerns over cases of inadequate fuel at various filling stations.
For instance, on May 5, 2026, long queues were witnessed at some petrol stations along Kiambu Road as motorists scrambled for the little available fuel.
