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Government launches nationwide crackdown on fuel price violations

Teresiah Ngio by Teresiah Ngio
October 18, 2024
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The Ministry of Energy and Petroleum has initiated a nationwide crackdown on fuel stations flouting government-regulated pump prices. This comes after several reports surfaced indicating that certain stations across Kenya are charging prices higher than those set by the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA). Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi raised concerns about the issue, affirming the government’s commitment to ensuring compliance.

The crackdown follows EPRA’s announcement on October 14, 2024, to lower fuel prices due to a drop in international fuel costs. In Nairobi, the new prices, effective from October 15, 2024, see Super Petrol retailing at KES 180.66, Diesel at KES 168.06, and Kerosene at KES 151.39. These prices will remain in effect until November 14, 2024, when EPRA is expected to review and announce new pricing adjustments.

Cabinet Secretary Wandayi emphasized the importance of adhering to EPRA’s regulations. “We urge all retail stations in Kenya to adhere strictly to the prices set by the Regulator,” he stated, underlining that any fuel retailer found in violation would face legal consequences. The Ministry is closely monitoring the situation to ensure full compliance and transparency across the country.

In addition to monitoring fuel retailers, the Ministry has called upon industries to pass on the benefits of reduced fuel prices to consumers.

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This initiative is aimed at easing the cost of living, especially at a time when fuel prices significantly influence the pricing of goods and services. “Consumers should not be burdened by higher fuel costs, especially when the government has acted to bring prices down,” said CS Wandayi.

To bolster public involvement in this effort, the Ministry encourages Kenyans to report any fuel stations found overcharging via EPRA’s hotline, operational during regular working hours. The crackdown, according to the Ministry, is intended to ensure a transparent and fair market that protects both consumers and investors from unfair pricing practices.

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