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Opiyo Wandayi

Also known as: Energy Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi · Energy CS Opiyo Wandayi · Energy and Petroleum Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi · CS Opiyo Wandayi

Energy and Petroleum Cabinet Secretary who assured Kenya fuel supply is secure despite Middle East conflict.

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  1. July 2026
  2. Citizen Digital

    w us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Principal Secretary for Internal Security and National Administration Dr Raymond Omollo attends burial of veteran educationist Mwalimu Daniel Oluoch Wandayi, brother of Energy and Petroleum Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi

    ID reforms expanding access to gov't services, PS Omollo says
  3. Citizen Digital

    w us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Principal Secretary for Internal Security and National Administration Dr Raymond Omollo attends burial of veteran educationist Mwalimu Daniel Oluoch Wandayi, brother of Energy and Petroleum Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi

    ID reforms expanding access to gov't services, PS Omollo says
  4. The Standard

    The PS spoke on Friday, during the burial of veteran educationist Daniel Oluoch Wandayi, brother to Energy and Petroleum Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi, in Ugunja, Siaya County.The burial was attended by several national and county leaders, including ODM leader Oburu Odinga, CS

    PS Omollo defends ID reforms, says drive is restoring inclusion
  5. Citizen Digital

    The announcement comes as Energy CS Opiyo Wandayi recently announced a Ksh.945 million subsidy for the July-August cycle and an extension of the 8 per cent Value Added Tax on petroleum product for a further three months until October 14, 2026, as part of the measures aimed at cus

    Petrol, diesel, kerosene prices remain unchanged in latest EPRA review
  6. Capital News

    Energy and Petroleum Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi said the decision was reached following consultations with the National Treasury, with the lower tax rate now set to remain in force until October 14.

    Govt Extends 8% VAT on Fuel for Three More Months amid Middle East volatility
  7. Citizen Digital

    Gov’t extends 8% VAT relief on fuel, injects Ksh.945M subsidy By Joseph Muia July 14, 2026 02:40 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Energy & Petroleum CS Opiyo Wandayi in a past address.

    Gov’t extends 8% VAT relief on fuel, injects Ksh.945M subsidy
  8. The Standard

    Energy Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi has assured Kenyans that the country holds adequate fuel stocks and that the Middle East conflict has not disrupted the availability of petroleum products.Speaking on Tuesday, July 14, amid growing concerns over rising global oil prices, Wan

    Our supply remains secure,' Wandayi assures Kenyans on fuel stocks
  9. The Standard

    The announcement was made by Energy and Petroleum Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi, who said the extension was reached in consultation with the National Treasury as part of broader efforts to shield Kenyans from the impact of volatile international fuel prices."In addition, as par

    3 months 8p.c fuel VAT relief to cushion consumers
  10. The Standard

    The announcement was made by Energy and Petroleum Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi, who said the extension was reached in consultation with the National Treasury as part of broader efforts to shield Kenyans from the impact of volatile international fuel prices."In addition, as par

    State extends reduced fuel VAT to October as Middle East tensions bite
  11. The Standard

    Speaking during service at St Pascal Catholic Church in Chiga, Homa Bay County, on Sunday, PS Omollo, who was accompanied by ODM leader Oburu Oginga, Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga, Energy Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi and other leaders, urged religious leaders to safeguard the

    PS Omollo urges churches to reject divisive politics, promote peace

Tuesday 4 August

  1. KETRACO acting MD denies delaying CEO recruitment process

    Eng. Kipkemoi Kibias, the acting Managing Director of the Kenya Electricity Transmission Company, has denied allegations that he delayed the CEO recruitment process to continue serving in an acting capacity. Kibias attributed delays to circumstances from ongoing court proceedings that affected the Board's quorum and ability to complete the process within expected timelines.

    4 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

Friday 31 July

  1. Broad-based leaders back Ruto's Vision 2060 agenda

    Hours after President William Ruto unveiled Vision 2060, allied leaders fanned out across the country to rally support for the long-term development blueprint, which they describe as transformative and capable of accelerating Kenya towards first-world economy status. Interior CS Kipchumba Murkomen and National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang'ula called on political leaders to embrace constructive dialogue and focus on development.

    31 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Government warns politicians against using gangs for intimidation

    Kenya's Principal Secretary for Internal Security warned politicians against recruiting criminal gangs or exploiting young people to intimidate opponents and disrupt public gatherings, threatening legal action against those found culpable. He urged young people to reject political recruitment and resolve differences through elections rather than violence.

    31 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Tuesday 28 July

  1. 250 exhibitors from 27 countries gather for Kenya solar expo

    More than 250 exhibitors from 27 countries are meeting in Nairobi from Wednesday through Friday for the 11th Solarexpo Kenya and 13th Power & Energy Kenya exhibitions at the Carnivore Grounds. The trade fairs will showcase solar, power generation and energy technologies as Kenya's solar sector grows, with solar currently contributing 540.9 megawatts or about 14.7 per cent of the country's installed electricity capacity.

    28 July 2026 · The Standard

  2. Turkana residents demand clarity on Gulf Energy revenue sharing terms

    Turkana residents are calling for transparency and revenue-sharing agreements to be finalized before oil production begins, seeking clarity on how much revenue will reach the county and host communities, how community shares will be managed, and what decision-making role residents will have in the resource.

    28 July 2026 · The Standard

Monday 27 July

  1. 27 countries gather for Nairobi renewable energy exhibitions

    Nairobi will host the 11th Solarexpo Kenya and 13th Power & Energy Kenya exhibitions from July 29–31, 2026, bringing together global manufacturers, suppliers, investors and industry professionals for collaboration in renewable energy and power generation.

    27 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Saturday 25 July

  1. PS Omollo urges parents to protect children from crime recruitment

    Interior Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo has called on parents to take greater responsibility for their children's upbringing and shield them from politicians and criminal groups seeking to recruit young people into criminal activities. He emphasised the family as the first line of defence and urged closer collaboration between parents, teachers, and school administrators to foster discipline and prevent youth involvement in crime.

    25 July 2026 · The Standard

Friday 24 July

  1. PS Omollo urges parents to prevent youth political violence recruitment

    Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo has warned parents to monitor their children's behaviour and social circles to prevent them from being recruited into political goonism and other forms of political violence. He called on parents, teachers and community leaders to work together to steer learners towards education and productive activities instead of allowing them to be exploited during political tensions.

    24 July 2026 · Capital News

Saturday 18 July

  1. ODM, UDA coalition would secure 17 million votes—Wanga

    ODM Chairperson Gladys Wanga has affirmed that the Orange Democratic Movement will form a coalition with President William Ruto's United Democratic Alliance ahead of the 2027 General Election, stating that combined support from the two parties would yield about 17 million votes.

    18 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. ODM and UDA begin joint manifesto talks ahead of 2027 election

    The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) and United Democratic Alliance (UDA) have appointed five members each to a joint committee tasked with harmonising their policy priorities and crafting a common agenda ahead of the 2027 General Election. National Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi urged the Luo community to support President William Ruto's re-election.

    18 July 2026 · The Standard

Friday 17 July

  1. ID reforms removing barriers to govt services, PS says

    The Principal Secretary for Internal Security and National Administration says the Government's reforms to ease access to national identification documents are helping eliminate barriers to government services, development opportunities and democratic participation, following a presidential directive to issue ID documents to eligible Kenyans without unnecessary obstacles.

    17 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Government ID reforms remove barriers to services, PS says

    Principal Secretary Dr Raymond Omollo said the Government's ongoing reforms to ease access to national identification documents are helping eliminate barriers that have long prevented many Kenyans from accessing government services, development opportunities and democratic participation. President William Ruto directed that all eligible Kenyans be issued with identification documents without unnecessary obstacles.

    17 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  3. PS defends ID card reforms as measure for inclusion

    Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo said President Ruto has directed that all eligible Kenyans be issued with identification documents without unnecessary obstacles. Omollo stated the reform is aimed at removing barriers that have denied many Kenyans access to government services and economic opportunities.

    17 July 2026 · The Standard

Tuesday 14 July

  1. EPRA holds petrol, diesel, kerosene prices steady in July 2026

    The Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority has retained fuel prices in its review for the month beginning July 15, 2026, with petrol at Ksh.214.03, diesel at Ksh.222.86, and kerosene at Ksh.191.38 in Nairobi. EPRA attributed the stable prices to government intervention aimed at protecting consumers from global price shocks.

    14 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Kenya extends reduced 8% VAT on fuel for three months

    The Kenyan government has extended the reduced 8 percent VAT on petroleum products for three additional months until October 14, and will inject Sh945 million from the Petroleum Development Levy during the July/August 2026 fuel pricing cycle to help shield consumers from global oil market volatility and prevent fuel price increases.

    14 July 2026 · Capital News

  3. Kenya extends 8% VAT relief on fuel through October

    Kenya's government has extended an 8 per cent Value Added Tax reduction on petroleum products for three more months until October 14, 2026, and approved a Ksh.945 million subsidy for the July–August fuel pricing cycle to protect consumers from rising global oil prices and Middle East tensions.

    14 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  4. Energy CS assures Kenya fuel supply secure despite Middle East conflict

    Energy Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi said Kenya holds adequate fuel stocks and that Middle East conflict has not disrupted petroleum product availability, crediting the Government-to-Government fuel import arrangement for protecting the country from supply disruptions and price volatility.

    14 July 2026 · The Standard

  5. Kenya extends 8% VAT relief on fuel for three more months

    The government has extended the reduced 8 percent Value Added Tax on petroleum products for another three months until October 14, 2026, to cushion consumers from rising global oil market uncertainty. The extension also includes a Sh945 million injection from the Petroleum Development Levy during July-August 2026 to stabilize pump prices.

    14 July 2026 · The Standard

  6. Kenya extends reduced fuel VAT until October 2026

    The government has extended the reduced 8 per cent VAT on petroleum products for three more months until October 14, 2026, to shield motorists, businesses and households from volatile global oil prices. The Energy and Petroleum Cabinet Secretary said the extension was made in consultation with the National Treasury, and the government will also inject Sh945 million from the Petroleum Development Levy during July-August 2026 to stabilise pump prices.

    14 July 2026 · The Standard

Monday 13 July

  1. PS Omollo calls on churches to reject divisive politics

    Interior Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo has urged churches to remain sanctuaries of peace and unity, urging religious leaders to use pulpits to promote peace and national cohesion rather than political intolerance. He said Kenya's progress depends on leaders and citizens embracing inclusivity while rejecting politics that divide communities along ethnic, regional and political lines.

    13 July 2026 · The Standard

Sunday 12 July

  1. PS Omollo calls churches to promote peace over political division

    Principal Secretary for Internal Security Dr. Raymond Omollo has urged religious leaders to ensure church pulpits are used to promote peace, unity, truth and national cohesion rather than political intolerance and divisive rhetoric. He stated that churches should not offer platforms to leaders who preach division, hatred and tribalism.

    12 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Saturday 11 July

  1. ODM leader Oburu clarifies remarks about dictatorship and visionary leadership

    ODM party leader Dr. Oburu Oginga defended recent remarks he made at State House, clarifying that his comments had been misunderstood. Speaking at an economic empowerment event in Gem, Siaya County, Oburu said he meant to reference visionary leadership rather than dictatorship.

    11 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. PS Omollo urges unity, warns against divisive politics before 2027

    Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo addressed a church service in Siaya County, emphasising that leadership should be measured by integrity and service delivery rather than political confrontation, and cautioning against divisive politics ahead of the 2027 General Election. He highlighted the government's administrative reforms, noting that more than 1,800 administrative units, including 74 sub-counties, have been operationalised.

    11 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Monday 6 July

  1. Energy CS urges renewable energy adoption to reduce electricity costs

    Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi has called on institutions to embrace renewable energy to lower the cost of electricity and address power outages. The CS spoke after commissioning a solar-powered hybrid system at Nairobi Remand and Allocation Maximum Security Prison, supported by the European Union and UNODC.

    6 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Energy CS urges renewable energy adoption to lower electricity costs

    Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi has urged institutions to embrace renewable energy as part of efforts to reduce electricity costs, citing reliability and cost-effectiveness alongside environmental benefits. He made the remarks after commissioning a solar-powered hybrid system at Nairobi Remand and Allocation Maximum Security Prison, a project supported by the European Union and UNODC.

    6 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Sunday 5 July

  1. ODM leaders accuse Sifuna faction of serving Uhuru interests

    ODM leaders including Junet Mohamed and Opiyo Wandayi have accused the Linda Mwananchi faction led by Senator Edwin Sifuna of being used by retired President Uhuru Kenyatta to divide the party. The leaders also challenged DCP leader Rigathi Gachagua over his political activities in Nairobi.

    5 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. ODM leaders accuse Sifuna faction of Uhuru-backed party division

    ODM leaders led by Junet Mohamed and Energy Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi accused the Linda Mwananchi faction of being used by retired President Uhuru Kenyatta to divide the party, claiming they are misleading Kenyans. They also challenged DCP leader Rigathi Gachagua, saying Nairobi belongs to ODM.

    5 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  3. Wandayi claims he dropped Siaya governor bid for Odinga

    Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi said he did a favour to Governor James Orengo by dropping his own 2022 gubernatorial bid at the behest of late Prime Minister Raila Odinga, dismissing Orengo's recent claims that he helped him out of prison as political gimmicks aimed at deflecting accountability.

    5 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  4. Cabinet Secretary Wandayi says he dropped 2022 gubernatorial bid for Orengo

    Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi responded to Siaya governor James Orengo's claims of helping him out of prison, saying he had also done Orengo a favour by dropping his governorship bid in 2022 at the request of late former prime minister Raila Odinga. Wandayi suggested that if they had proceeded to nominations, "he would have seen dust," and accused Orengo of using political gimmicks to avoid accountability.

    5 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Tuesday 30 June

  1. Kenya to reclaim Rwanda's fuel transit market from Tanzania

    Kenya has signed a new agreement with Rwanda enabling the landlocked country to import fuel through Kenya Pipeline Company's pipelines and storage systems, reversing a shift made over a decade ago when Rwanda rerouted imports through Tanzania. Oil marketers currently import about 90 per cent of Rwanda's fuel through Tanzania's Central Transport Corridor, with Kenya accounting for about 10 per cent.

    30 June 2026 · The Standard

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