Petrol up by Ksh 28!
Motorists and households are set to feel the pinch after the 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 indicated that the price of Super Petrol will rise ..
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Motorists and households in Kenya are facing significant fuel price hikes, with Super Petrol and Diesel prices set to rise substantially. The Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) announced the increases, which take effect from April 15 to May 14, 2026.
- Super Petrol will increase by KSh28.69 per litre, and Diesel by KSh40.30 per litre.
- The price changes are attributed by EPRA to escalating global oil prices and a weakening Kenya Shilling against the US dollar.
- Despite government interventions like a reduced VAT on petroleum products and drawing from the Petroleum Development Levy, the impact of international market trends has resulted in higher pump prices.
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Petrol Up By Ksh 28! - April 2026
The Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) announced significant fuel price increases for the period April 15 to May 14, 2026, with Super Petrol and Diesel rising substantially. Kenyan commuters are facing significantly higher public transport fares due to these record-breaking fuel prices, directly impacting daily travel costs. This surge is driven by global oil market instability, which has also caused Kenya's cost of living to increase significantly, affecting food, rent, and essential services. Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro has strongly criticized the Kenyan government for its handling of rising fuel prices, proposing immediate measures to lower costs. Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has accused President William Ruto of orchestrating a fuel scandal, alleging that recent price hikes are designed to personally enrich the President.
