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Fuel Prices Surge as Petrol, Diesel Costs Jump in Latest EPRA Review
Motorists across Kenya will dig deeper into their pockets after Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) announced a sharp increase in fuel prices for the period between April 15 and May 14, 2026.
In its latest review, EPRA raised the price of Super Petrol by Ksh.28.69 per litre and Diesel by Ksh.40.30. The price of Kerosene remains unchanged.
The regulator linked the increase to higher global oil prices, exchange rate pressures, and statutory taxes under the VAT framework.
New pump prices take effect
In Nairobi, Super Petrol will now retail at Ksh.206.87 per litre. Diesel will cost Ksh.206.84, while Kerosene will sell at Ksh.152.78.
In Mombasa, Super Petrol will go for Ksh.203.69, Diesel at Ksh.203.56, and Kerosene at Ksh.149.49.
Motorists in Kisumu will pay Ksh.206.85 for Super Petrol, Ksh.207.06 for Diesel, and Ksh.153.03 for Kerosene.
The new prices take effect from midnight April 14 and will remain in force until May 14, 2026.
Government moves to cushion consumers
EPRA said the government has reduced the Value Added Tax (VAT) on petroleum products from 16% to 13% to ease the burden on consumers.
“The adjustment aims to cushion Kenyans from rising landed costs driven by global market prices,” said acting Director General Joseph Oketch.
The government will also use the Petroleum Development Levy (PDL) Fund to stabilise prices. EPRA estimates that about Ksh.6.2 billion will support this effort.
Dr. Oketch added that fuel delivered by One Petroleum via MT Paloma was excluded from the pricing computation, in line with earlier government directives.
Fuel Prices Surge as Petrol, Diesel Costs Jump in Latest EPRA Review
Rising global costs drive increases
EPRA attributed the price hike to a surge in landed costs between February and March.
The landed cost of Super Petrol rose by 41.53%. Diesel increased by 68.72%, while Kerosene jumped by 105.15%.
The regulator noted that global fuel prices remain volatile. Oil products are traded in US dollars, making the exchange rate a key factor in local pricing.
Despite the increase, EPRA said its pricing model ensures fairness, competition, and consumer protection while allowing oil marketers to recover costs.
The latest review underscores continued pressure on fuel prices, with ripple effects expected across transport, food, and overall cost of living in Kenya.
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