The Online Kenyan Logo

The Online Kenyan

T
Originally published by The Standard
📰 Read Full Article
top
April 16, 2026
11h ago

Matatu operators to revise fares after pump prices drop

Matatu operators to revise fares after pump prices drop

Matatu operators will announce revised fares after consulting members following the government’s decision to lower fuel prices through VAT reduction...

✨ Key Highlights

Kenyan matatu operators are expected to revise fares following the government's decision to lower fuel prices by reducing VAT from 13% to 8%.

  • Matatu operators announced a nationwide 25% fare increase on Thursday, which will now be subject to further consultation.
  • Petrol and diesel prices in Nairobi have decreased by Sh9.37 and Sh10.21 per litre, respectively, effective April 16 to May 14, 2026.
  • The fare hikes followed a previous fuel price review and have led to frustration among commuters, with routes seeing increases of Sh10 to Sh50 and long-distance fares rising by Sh350 to Sh400.

Continue Reading

Read the complete article from The Standard

📰 Read Full Article
Advertisement

Related News

Matatu Operators Announce Immediate Fare Increases After EPRA Review
top1d ago

Matatu Operators Announce Immediate Fare Increases After EPRA Review

Matatu operators across Kenya have announced an immediate increase in fares following a significant hike in diesel prices by the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA).

K
Kenyans
📰 Read Full Story
Matatu fares to increase by 25pc after fuel price hike
Video

Matatu fares to increase by 25pc after fuel price hike

N
NTV Kenya (Youtube)
1d ago
Matatu Owners Explain New Commuter Prices After Fresh EPRA Review
top20h ago

Matatu Owners Explain New Commuter Prices After Fresh EPRA Review

Matatu operators have decided not to immediately reduce fares following a drop in fuel prices, meaning commuters will continue to pay higher transport costs for now.

K
Kenyans
📰 Read Full Story
Fuel prices drop after VAT cut to 8 percent
top1d ago

Fuel prices drop after VAT cut to 8 percent

Fuel prices have seen a significant drop in Kenya following a reduction in the Value Added Tax (VAT) from 13 percent to 8 percent. The new pump prices, effective from April 16 to May 14, 2026, reflect the adjusted tax rate.

T
The Standard
📰 Read Full Story
EPRA Revises April-May Fuel Prices After Uproar
top1d ago

EPRA Revises April-May Fuel Prices After Uproar

The Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) has announced a reduction in fuel prices for the April 16 to May 14, 2026 period, following a decrease in Value Added Tax (VAT) on petroleum products affecting Super Petrol and Diesel.

K
Kenyans
📰 Read Full Story
Advertisement