CS Wandayi Blames Global Oil Market Volatility for High Fuel Prices, Promises Interventions

Energy and Petroleum Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi stated that the rise in fuel prices is attributed to global oil market instability caused by geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. Super petrol prices increased by Ksh16.65 per litre and diesel by Ksh46.29 per litre, while kerosene prices remained unchanged. To mitigate the impact on consumers, the government allocated Ksh5 billion and reduced VAT on petroleum products from 16% to 8%.