EPRA Raises Super Petrol Prices by Ksh 12.93 per Litre
Effective 15 Oct 2026, super petrol retail price rises by Ksh 12.93 per litre
In Brief
- •Effective 15 Oct 2026, super petrol retail price rises by Ksh 12.93 per litre
- •Diesel price increases by Ksh 9.90 per litre, kerosene by Ksh 28.49 per litre
- •Price changes include an 8% VAT added in April 2026
- •Imported fuel landed costs for super petrol up 11.81% from Aug to Sep 2026
- •Maximum retail prices set at Ksh 226.96 for super petrol, Ksh 227.76 for diesel, Ksh 219.87 for kerosene
Why It Matters
The hike in fuel prices directly raises the cost of transportation and goods for Kenyan consumers, potentially tightening household budgets and affecting inflation. The adjustment reflects higher import costs and global oil market pressures, underscoring the vulnerability of Kenya’s fuel supply chain to international price swings.
Key Details
- Effective Date
- 15 Oct 2026
- Super Petrol Increase
- Ksh 12.93
- Diesel Increase
- Ksh 9.90
- Kerosene Increase
- Ksh 28.49
- VAT Included
- 8%
- Super Petrol Landed Cost Increase
- 11.81%
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