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May 15, 2026
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Matatus Hike Fares as Motorists Spend Night Queuing After EPRA Shocker

Matatus Hike Fares as Motorists Spend Night Queuing After EPRA Shocker

Analysis indicates the price of petrol has gone up by Ksh45 and that of diesel by Ksh86 from the April 14 cycle to the latest review...

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Motorists and commuters are facing historic high fuel prices after the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) announced a significant increase in pump prices. Some public transport operators, like Super Metro, have already passed these costs onto passengers with immediate fare hikes.

  • Diesel prices have surged by Ksh46.29 to Ksh242.92 per litre in Nairobi, with petrol up by Ksh16.65 to Ksh214.25.
  • The new fuel prices, announced on Thursday night, will be in effect until June 14.
  • The price increase, attributed to global oil market volatility exacerbated by overseas conflicts, is expected to lead to a ripple effect on the cost of food and other essential goods and services.

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