EPRA Cuts Diesel Price by Ksh5, Keeps Petrol and Kerosene Prices Unchanged Until September 14

EPRA Cuts Diesel Price by Ksh5, Keeps Petrol and Kerosene Prices Unchanged Until September 14

Kenyan motorists will pay less for diesel after the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) cut its price by Ksh5 per litre in the latest monthly fuel review.

EPRA announced that diesel will retail at Ksh217.86 per litre in Nairobi, while the prices of super petrol and kerosene will remain unchanged at Ksh214.03 and Ksh191.38 per litre, respectively.

The new prices will apply until September 14, 2026.

The decision offers some relief to diesel users, including motorists, public transport operators and businesses that rely heavily on diesel-powered vehicles and equipment.

EPRA said the reduction in diesel prices was supported by lower international costs of the product. However, the authority maintained the prices of petrol and kerosene after the government provided additional stabilisation support.

“In the period under review, the maximum allowed petroleum pump prices for Diesel decreases by Ksh5.00/litre while the price of Super Petrol and Kerosene remain unchanged due to additional Government Stabilisation Support Measures of Ksh938 million,” EPRA said.

New Fuel Prices Across Major Towns

In Nakuru, super petrol will retail at Ksh212.92 per litre, diesel at Ksh217.27 and kerosene at Ksh190.81.

In Eldoret, motorists will pay Ksh213.69 for super petrol, Ksh218.09 for diesel and Ksh191.63 for kerosene.

In Kisumu, super petrol will cost Ksh213.69 per litre, while diesel and kerosene will retail at Ksh218.08 and Ksh191.63, respectively.

The prices reflect differences in transportation and distribution costs across the country.

Government Uses Ksh938 Million to Stabilise Prices

EPRA said the Ksh938 million government support helped prevent higher prices for super petrol and kerosene despite changes in the cost of imported petroleum products.

The intervention comes amid continued pressure on global energy markets, partly linked to geopolitical tensions and uncertainty in the Middle East.

Fuel prices remain closely watched in Kenya because changes in petroleum costs can affect transport fares, food prices, electricity generation and the cost of doing business.

Keeping petrol prices unchanged could therefore help limit additional pressure on households and businesses during the current pricing cycle.

Diesel Import Costs Fall

EPRA’s latest review showed a significant decline in the average landed cost of diesel between June and July.

The average landed cost of diesel fell by 13.08 per cent, from Ksh127,692.48 per cubic metre to Ksh111,004.25.

The cost of kerosene also declined by 11.01 per cent during the same period, falling from Ksh133,374.21 to Ksh118,713.40 per cubic metre.

However, super petrol moved in the opposite direction.

Its average landed cost increased by 6.99 per cent, rising from Ksh108,565.26 to Ksh123,112.88 per cubic metre.

The different movements in import costs explain why diesel recorded a price reduction while petrol remained unchanged.

Fuel Prices Remain a Key Economic Issue

The latest review is expected to attract attention from motorists and businesses because petroleum prices have a direct impact on the wider economy.

Diesel is widely used in commercial transport, agriculture, construction and industrial operations. A reduction in its pump price could therefore ease some operating costs for businesses.

However, the impact will depend on how international oil prices, exchange rates and government stabilisation measures develop in the coming weeks.

EPRA will conduct its next monthly review before the current prices expire on September 14.

The authority’s latest decision means diesel users will benefit from a Ksh5 reduction, while consumers of super petrol and kerosene will continue paying the existing prices for the duration of the current pricing cycle.

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EPRA Cuts Diesel Price by Ksh5, Keeps Petrol and Kerosene Prices Unchanged Until September 14