East Africa: Kenyan Tax Dispute Threatens Fuel Stocks in Landlocked East Africa

Uganda, Rwanda and parts of the Democratic Republic of Congo are staring at a possible fuel shortage after Kenyan tax authorities impounded hundreds of trucks that ferry fuel to the landlocked neighbouring countries.

The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) impounded the trucks in the past one week, demanding tax arrears dating back to 2015.

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