Kenyans are facing a significant economic shock as fuel prices, particularly diesel, have hit record highs for the May-June 2026 cycle. The Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) announced substantial increases, with diesel now exceeding petrol prices for the first time.

• Diesel prices have surged by a record Ksh 46.29 per litre, reaching a new maximum retail price of Ksh 242.92 in Nairobi.
• The Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) attributed the hikes to increased international fuel costs and supply chain disruptions.
• The government is utilizing approximately Ksh 5 billion from the Petroleum Development Levy Fund to subsidize Diesel and Kerosene prices, preventing even higher costs.