Kacheliba Member of Parliament (MP) Titus Lotee has warned that the ongoing fuel crisis may persist for longer than expected, linking the situation to continued global geopolitical tensions that continue to disrupt energy supply chains and push up fuel prices worldwide.

Speaking during an interview on a local television station on Monday, May 25, 2026, Lotee said the current challenges facing the fuel sector are not isolated to Kenya but are instead driven by external forces, including the ongoing war that continues to affect global oil production and distribution.

“This fuel crisis is not ending soon because the war is still ongoing,” he said.

Global factors behind local pain

The MP argued that Kenya, like many other developing economies, remains vulnerable to global shocks due to its dependence on imported fuel, adding that fluctuations in international oil prices directly impact transport, manufacturing, and household costs.

He cautioned against politicising the crisis, insisting that fuel price instability should be understood within a broader global context rather than being framed as a purely domestic political issue.

“We need to stop politicising a global issue,” Lotee added.

Push for electric mobility

Lotee further proposed a long-term shift towards electric mobility, saying increased adoption of electric vehicles could help reduce fuel consumption and ease pressure on the economy.

“If we had more electric cars, it would mean lower fuel consumption, and we would reduce the strain on the economy,” he said.

Call for structural shift

His remarks come at a time when Kenyans continue to feel the impact of fluctuating fuel prices, which have contributed to increased transport costs and rising prices of essential goods and services.

Energy analysts have previously noted that Kenya’s reliance on imported petroleum products leaves the country exposed to external shocks, making energy diversification and investment in renewable alternatives a key policy discussion