Afrigas Champions Growth and Excellence at 8th LPG Conference

Hundreds of Afrigas distributors gathered at the Enashipai Resort for the 8th Annual Afrigas Distributors Conference under the theme “Bigger, Bolder, Better Together.”

The landmark event reinforced Afrigas’ legacy of safety, superior customer service, and the fight against illegal refilling practices that threaten Kenya’s LPG sector.

With a track record of safety and reliability spanning over seven decades, Afrigas has set the benchmark in Kenya’s LPG industry. This year’s conference served as a strategic platform for knowledge-sharing, excellence recognition, and alignment with Afrigas’ vision to expand clean cooking solutions nationwide.

“Afrigas has built a reputation for unrivaled safety standards in the LPG sector. We ensure every cylinder meets the highest safety requirements,” stated Vivo Energy Kenya Managing Director Peter Murungi.

He reaffirmed the company’s commitment to equipping its distributors with the necessary support to scale their businesses and bring safe, reliable LPG to more Kenyan homes.

“Authentic Afrigas cylinders are sourced from genuine POS distributors, verified by weight, and accompanied by valid receipts,” noted Murungi. This meticulous safety approach safeguards consumers while reinforcing trust in the brand.

Afrigas continues to prioritize customer-centric innovations, exemplified by its Supa Jiko product - a cost-effective cooking solution equipped with a regulator for seamless integration with cooking jikos.

“We are proud to be the only OMC actively offering the Afrigas 6kg ‘Supa Jiko’ cylinder, which uses a regulator and hose pipe to connect seamlessly to a tabletop burner or cooker. This innovation provides the convenience of a 13kg cylinder at the cost of a 6kg one, making LPG more affordable and accessible.

"It’s a cost-effective, time-saving, and practical solution for households that need more than one burner at the same time, while ensuring safe and efficient cooking,” said Stephen Gikonyo, Head of LPG & Lubes Sales and Marketing.

Afrigas continues to prioritize customer-centric innovations, exemplified by its Supa Jiko product—a cost-effective cooking solution equipped with a regulator for seamless integration with cooking jikos.

“Customers remain at the heart of everything we do,” emphasized Stephen Gikonyo. “Our supply chain is built for efficiency, affordability, and top-tier service delivery.”

The company has doubled the number of cylinders in the market, achieving double-digit growth and expanding penetration in the informal sector, all while operating within strict regulatory frameworks. Nairobi leads in LPG consumption, followed by Mombasa, Eldoret, the eastern region, and Mount Kenya - data that continues to shape Afrigas’ strategic distribution approach.

‘Afrigas stands apart through its robust consumer education initiatives. Each cylinder comes with clear usage instructions, safety messaging, and a rigorous verification system to protect customers from counterfeit products,’ said Stephen Gikonyo

The conference culminated in a Gala Awards Ceremony, celebrating top-performing distributors who have demonstrated outstanding commitment to safety, growth, and customer satisfaction.

With previous editions hosted in Eldoret, Kisumu, Nairobi, and Kisii, Afrigas’ conference series underscores the company’s national focus and deep-rooted partnerships across Kenya.

The eighth Annual Afrigas Distributors Conference reaffirmed Afrigas’ dedication to empowering distributors, prioritizing safety, and driving business growth- ensuring that millions more Kenyan households gain access to safe, high-quality LPG solutions.