Kenya extends temporary sulphur limit for imported petrol and diesel

Thursday 12th November 2026

By inAfrika Newsroom

Kenya has extended for six months a temporary rule allowing imported petrol and diesel to contain up to 50 milligrams of sulphur per kilogram. Trade Cabinet Secretary Lee Kinyanjui announced the extension on 11 November, citing continuing uncertainty in global fuel supplies.

The Ministry of Investments, Trade and Industry made the decision after a request from the energy ministry and a recommendation from the National Standards Council, Kenya Broadcasting Corporation reported. The waiver applies to premium motor spirit and automotive diesel, the two products identified in the ministry’s statement.

Kinyanjui said the extension is meant to widen the pool of suppliers that can meet Kenya’s requirements and reduce the risk of shortages. The ministry first announced the temporary adjustment on 30 April and said it would review the extension at the end of the six-month period or sooner if supply conditions improve.

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