The High Court in Nairobi has temporarily blocked the sale of Kenya Pipeline Company (KPC) shares, pending the hearing of a petition challenging the privatization.
Justice Bahati Mwamuye issued the conservatory order on Friday, restraining the National Treasury from offering, transferring, or disposing of KPC shares. The ruling comes after a petition was filed to challenge the government’s plans.
“The respondents and the interested parties shall enter appearance and file and serve their respective responses by close of business 22/08/2025. The petitioner may file a rejoinder by 29/08/2025,” Justice Mwamuye ruled.
The Cabinet had approved the sale on July 26, citing a desire to reduce the government’s role in business and allow private sector-led growth and innovation.
KPC employees raised concerns over possible job losses, but Energy and Petroleum Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi assured that employee welfare would be protected under current legal frameworks.
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