The Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBS) and the Energy & Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) have assured the public that petroleum fuels sold in the country meet the required quality standards following widespread concerns.

In a joint statement issued on Thursday, the two agencies reaffirmed their commitment to transparency, stating, “It is important to highlight that all petroleum fuels imported into the country undergo testing and certification before being released into the market as part of our quality assurance measures.”

Recent social media reports and videos have raised doubts about the quality of fuel at some retail stations.

However, KEBS and EPRA said they conducted extensive confirmatory tests on fuel samples from these locations.

“We are pleased to report that the results of these tests confirm that the fuel at all sampled stations meet the recommended Research Octane Number (RON) ratings as stipulated by Kenyan Standards.”

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The statement further assured consumers that even premium fuel marketed with higher RON ratings had been tested and found compliant.

“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. Consequently, we urge consumers to continue to have confidence in the quality of petroleum fuels available, as there is no cause for alarm.”

According to the statement, test results from four fuel samples showed all met or exceeded the required RON 95 standard, with actual ratings ranging between 95.9 and 96.1.

The agencies also cautioned the public against relying on unverified devices to determine fuel quality.

“We would like to caution consumers and the general public that there are gadgets in the market that can provide a qualitative indication of the RON rating but the results from these gadgets cannot be guaranteed unless confirmed through laboratory tests that follow the required standard procedures of sampling, equipment calibration, and testing.”

KEBS and EPRA reiterated their dedication to upholding high standards in fuel distribution, assuring consumers of their continued oversight.

“The Kenya Bureau of Standards and the Energy & Petroleum Regulatory Authority are committed to upholding transparency and accuracy in our findings, and we remain dedicated to ensuring that the fuel available to consumers meets the highest standards. We understand the importance of this issue to the public and continue to prioritize their safety and satisfaction.”

KEBS and EPRA called for continued public trust as they work to ensure quality assurance in petroleum fuel distribution across the country.