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Originally published by Kenyanstop
May 20, 2026
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Concerns Over Potential Rise in Air Fares After EPRA Hikes Kerosene Prices

The recent fuel prices in the country have shaken every sector of the economy, with the aviation industry likely to take the hardest hit from the recent changes...
✨ Key Highlights
Kenyan air travellers may face increased ticket prices following a recent fuel price review by the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA). The review saw a significant hike in kerosene prices, which also triggered a two-day Matatu strike.
- Kerosene prices increased by approximately Ksh38 per litre.
- Commercial aircraft use a refined form of kerosene known as Jet A-1 fuel.
- Airlines face higher operating costs due to the fuel price increase, potentially leading to higher ticket prices.
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