MOMBASA, Kenya — Kenya has sufficient petroleum stocks to meet national demand for more than a month, with additional fuel cargoes already en route to replenish reserves, Petroleum Principal Secretary Kello Harsama has said.
The assurance comes amid continued volatility in global energy markets and growing concerns over potential disruptions to fuel supply chains.
Speaking during an inspection tour of key petroleum infrastructure facilities in the Coast region, Harsama said the country’s fuel supply position remains stable, supported by strategic stock management, efficient logistics, and a coordinated importation system.
According to the PS, the government has strengthened planning across the downstream petroleum sector, enabling Kenya to maintain reliable fuel availability despite fluctuations in international markets.
“Kenya has consistently maintained a stable and reliable fuel supply system that compares favourably with many countries in the region. We have adequate stocks, additional cargoes on the way, and robust infrastructure that enables us to sustain supply and shield consumers from fuel shortages and price volatility,” Harsama said.
He noted that the government is continuing to invest in strategic petroleum infrastructure, including expanded storage facilities and operational improvements aimed at enhancing supply resilience.
The reforms, he said, are part of a broader strategy to position Kenya as a leading regional energy and logistics hub serving both domestic and regional markets.
During the tour, Harsama visited several critical facilities, including the Kenya Petroleum Refineries Limited (KPRL), a subsidiary of Kenya Pipeline Company (KPC), the Kipevu Oil Terminal 2 (KOT 2) operated by the Kenya Ports Authority (KPA), the VTTI terminal, and Taifa Gas facilities in Dongo Kundu.
At KOT 2, the PS inspected fuel offloading operations and described the terminal as a vital component of Kenya’s petroleum import and distribution network.
The facility plays a central role in receiving and dispatching petroleum products not only for the Kenyan market but also for neighbouring countries in the East African region.
Harsama said the government remains focused on ensuring an uninterrupted fuel supply while safeguarding consumers from shortages and sudden price shocks.
The inspection also highlighted ongoing efforts to expand liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) infrastructure as Kenya seeks to accelerate the adoption of cleaner cooking energy.
Officials said increasing gas storage and distribution capacity will help meet rising demand for LPG, improve energy security, and support the country’s transition toward cleaner energy sources.
Harsama said continued investments in storage, transportation, and import facilities will be critical in ensuring long-term energy security as demand for petroleum products and cleaner fuels continues to grow.
