State Department for Petroleum

The State Department for Petroleum provides leadership in the management of the Oil and Gas sector in Kenya

[State Department for Petroleum @SDP_KE]

“Kenya has consistently maintained a stable & reliable fuel supply system that compares favourably with many countries in the region. We have adequate stocks, additional cargoes on the way, & robust infrastructure that enables us to sustain supply & shield consumers from fuel shortages & price volatility,” said Mr. Harsama.

The PS reaffirmed the Government’s commitment to strengthening strategic petroleum infrastructure, expanding storage capacity, improving efficiency across the supply chain, & supporting investments that enhance Kenya’s position as a regional energy & logistics hub.

[State Department for Petroleum @SDP_KE]

The Principal Secretary for Petroleum @harsama_kello has assured Kenyans that the country continues to maintain adequate petroleum stocks & that fuel supply remains stable across the country.

Speaking during a familiarization tour of key petroleum facilities in the Coast Region, the PS said current fuel reserves are sufficient to meet national demand for more than a month, with additional cargoes already en route to further strengthen supply levels.
@kenyapipeline @Kenya_Ports @KBCChannel1

[PS Kello Harsama,CBS @harsama_kello]

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Conducted an inspection tour of key petroleum storage and handling facilities in Mombasa, including KPRL storage facilities, Kipevu Oil Storage Facility (KOSF), Kipevu Oil Terminal 2 (KOT 2), Taifa Gas Plant, and VTTI terminals.

[State Department for Petroleum @SDP_KE]

“Kenya has consistently maintained a stable & reliable fuel supply system that compares favourably with many countries in the region. We have adequate stocks, additional cargoes on the way, & robust infrastructure that enables us to sustain supply & shield consumers from fuel shortages & price volatility,” said Mr. Harsama.

The PS reaffirmed the Government’s commitment to strengthening strategic petroleum infrastructure, expanding storage capacity, improving efficiency across the supply chain, & supporting investments that enhance Kenya’s position as a regional energy & logistics hub.

[State Department for Petroleum @SDP_KE]

The Principal Secretary for Petroleum @harsama_kello has assured Kenyans that the country continues to maintain adequate petroleum stocks & that fuel supply remains stable across the country.

Speaking during a familiarization tour of key petroleum facilities in the Coast Region, the PS said current fuel reserves are sufficient to meet national demand for more than a month, with additional cargoes already en route to further strengthen supply levels.
@kenyapipeline @Kenya_Ports @KBCChannel1

[State Department for Petroleum @SDP_KE]

Petroleum Principal Secretary @harsama_kello today urged senior management of Kenya Pipeline Company, led by the Acting Managing Director Pius Mwendwa (CEO) to remain focused on delivering impactful results that improve the lives of Kenyans, emphasizing that efficient service delivery is what citizens expect from Government.

The PS made the remarks during a meeting with KPC's top management at the Company's headquarters, where he received a briefing on its operations & strategic priorities. @kenyapipeline

[PS Kello Harsama,CBS @harsama_kello]

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Joined CS @OpiyoWandayi for a consultative meeting with the leadership of the Kenya Association of Manufacturers (KAM) and other major users of electricity regarding the energy and petroleum future for Kenya.
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[State Department for Petroleum @SDP_KE]

Wandayi emphasized that the measures are designed to shield Kenyans from fuel shortages and price or supply disruptions being experienced in other parts of the world.

He affirmed that Kenya remains in a stable position in terms of petroleum supply management, with enhanced coordination and planning to safeguard energy security.

CS @OpiyoWandayi addressed Journalists
alongside petroleum PS @harsama_kello & the leadership of the Kenya Association of Manufacturers (KAM) after a consultative meeting on energy & petroleum products

[State Department for Petroleum @SDP_KE]

Wandayi emphasized that the measures are designed to shield Kenyans from fuel shortages and price or supply disruptions being experienced in other parts of the world.

He affirmed that Kenya remains in a stable position in terms of petroleum supply management, with enhanced coordination and planning to safeguard energy security.

CS @OpiyoWandayi addressed Journalists
alongside petroleum PS @harsama_kello & the leadership of the Kenya Association of Manufacturers (KAM) after a consultative meeting on energy & petroleum products

[State Department for Petroleum @SDP_KE]

Energy Petroleum Cabinet Secretary @OpiyoWandayi has assured Kenyans of a stable and uninterrupted supply of petroleum products, despite ongoing volatility in the global energy market.

The CS noted that the Government has taken decisive measures to secure adequate fuel stocks, with deliveries already guaranteed through the end of July. This, he said, will ensure continuity of supply across the country. @kenyapipeline @EPRA_KE

[State Department for Petroleum @SDP_KE]

PS Harsama emphasized the critical importance of teamwork in achieving effective service delivery, accountability, and unwavering commitment to serve the nation.

PS @harsama_kello reiterated his commitment to bolstering public service and fully implementing the mandate and strategic objectives of the State Department for Petroleum. He urged all officers to embrace the core principles of public service, good governance, fairness, and impartiality in the discharge of their duties.

He assured the departmental heads of his support as they work to implement vital projects and programmes in the petroleum sector.

[The Kenya Times @thekenyatimes]

Oil production in South Lokichar, Turkana County is set to begin before the end of 2026 after President William Ruto's administration secured a new investor, paving the way for the long-delayed extraction project.

Energy CS Opiyo Wandayi says the project is expected to generate billions of shillings in tax revenue for the government once production starts

[PS Kello Harsama,CBS @harsama_kello]

Led by the Head of Public Service, Felix Koskei, today’s monthly Principal Secretaries’ meeting at Kenya AIST, Konza Technopolis, reviewed progress on key Government priorities and strengthened coordination across Ministries, Departments and Agencies.
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[State Department for Petroleum @SDP_KE]

The Principal Secretary for the State Department for Petroleum, Mr. Kello Harsama, has unveiled Sessional Paper No. 4 of 2026 on the National Petroleum Policy 2025 before the @NAssemblyKE Deparmental Committee on Energy chaired by Gem MP Hon Elisha Ochieng .

In remarks delivered on his behalf today by Chief Economist Lucy Kibiru, the PS outlined a strategic roadmap designed to secure Kenya's petroleum products supply, strengthen the legal and institutional frameworks in the oil & gas sector, accelerate sustainable petroleum resource exploitation, & promote value addition of resources.

A central pillar of the policy framework in driving a nationwide transition to clean household energy by aggressively enhancing the national uptake of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG). QAlongside reducing biomass dependency, the policy establishes rigorous mechanisms to improve revenue management from the extractive sector, promote technology transfer, & guarantee strict adherence to biodiversity & environmental conservation.
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To optimize public spending & avoid bureaucratic overlap, the implementation framework leverages existing institutions without creating new administrative bodies. The comprehensive policy is the product of extensive consultation with 20 key public and private sector stakeholders & has been strictly aligned with the National Government Policy guidelines to ensure seamless execution & long term energy self reliance.

[State Department for Petroleum @SDP_KE]

The Cabinet Secretary for Energy & Petroleum, @OpiyoWandayi, EGH, assures Kenyans that the country’s fuel supply remains secure, stable, & well-managed despite continued global market uncertainty.

Speaking at a Press conference, he said that the Government continues to prioritise uninterrupted fuel supply, stable distribution, & protection of consumers from extreme global price shocks through the G2G framework, diversified sourcing, & strengthened supply systems.

“As international market pressures gradually ease, Kenyans can expect progressive relief while the Ministry works closely with stakeholders to safeguard energy security & keep the economy moving” he said. @EPRA_KE

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[PS Kello Harsama,CBS @harsama_kello]

I wish to sincerely thank H.E. President @WilliamsRuto for the trust and confidence bestowed upon me through my reassignment to the State Department for Petroleum @SDP_KE.
I remain fully committed to serving our nation with dedication, professionalism,& integrity in this new role

[Opiyo Wandayi @OpiyoWandayi]

Let's be patriotic....the Government cares. Tomorrow shall be better than today and yesterday.

[The National Treasury @KeTreasury]

The National Treasury has defended Sh45.9bn energy sector budget adjustment for FY2026/27, saying viable State Corporations will transition to self financing under the National Infrastructure Fund (NIF) to ease pressure on the Exchequer and enhance efficiency.

Appearing before the National Assembly Energy Committee, chaired by Hon. David Gikaria, CS John Mbadi @JohnMbadiN said the shift targets KenGen, @KETRACO1, KPLC and GDC, with safeguards for ongoing projects and continued rural electrification support through REREC. @NAssemblyKE
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[Opiyo Wandayi @OpiyoWandayi]

Finally. The white smoke.