The Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBS) and the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) have reassured consumers of their commitment to ensuring the quality of petroleum fuels available in the country. This comes in response to growing concerns and recent social media reports questioning the standard of fuel sold at various retail stations.
In an official statement, KEBS and EPRA emphasized that all petroleum fuels imported into Kenya undergo rigorous testing and certification before entering the market. These stringent quality assurance measures are designed to ensure compliance with Kenyan fuel standards and to protect consumers from substandard petroleum products.
The concerns regarding fuel quality were sparked by viral social media posts and videos alleging inconsistencies in fuel quality across the country. Responding to these reports, KEBS and EPRA conducted extensive confirmatory tests on fuel samples from multiple petroleum retail stations, including those specifically mentioned in the reports.
“The results of these tests confirm that the fuel at all sampled stations meets the recommended Research Octane Number (RON) ratings as stipulated by Kenyan standards,” read part of the statement issued by the two regulatory bodies. The RON rating is a key parameter used to measure fuel quality and performance, ensuring it meets the required combustion efficiency and engine protection levels.
KEBS and EPRA further addressed the issue of premium fuel, stating that where Super Petrol is marketed with a higher RON rating, their tests consistently affirmed compliance with these elevated standards. This assurance aims to dispel fears that premium fuels might not be meeting the advertised quality.
“Furthermore, in instances where Super Petrol is marketed as a premium fuel with higher RON ratings, our tests consistently affirm compliance with these higher standards. We urge consumers to continue to have confidence in the quality of petroleum fuels available, as there is no cause for alarm,” the statement continued.
The agencies also reiterated their ongoing commitment to monitoring fuel quality through continuous testing and market surveillance. They encouraged consumers to report any concerns regarding fuel quality to the relevant authorities for prompt investigation and action.
As fuel remains a critical component of Kenya’s economy, ensuring its quality is paramount to safeguarding both consumers and businesses. KEBS and EPRA’s reassurances seek to maintain public confidence and trust in the nation’s fuel supply amid ongoing scrutiny.
