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Originally published by Nation Businessbusiness
April 17, 2026
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Cooking gas prices surge by Sh390 in Nairobi
The gas surge coincides with fuel price hikes, creating a dual shock for households and businesses...
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Prices for cooking gas (LPG) have seen a significant increase in Nairobi, with a 13-kilogramme pack surging by up to Sh390.
- The price of a 13kg cooking gas cylinder has risen from Sh3,140 to around Sh3,530, a 12 percent jump.
- This surge is attributed to global price hikes in propane and butane, driven by supply disruptions from the Middle East conflict impacting key suppliers like Saudi Aramco and Sonatrach.
- The rise in cooking gas prices coincides with recent increases in fuel pump prices, adding to the cost of living pressures for consumers, particularly low-income households.
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