The Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) has blocked a significant tariff increase requested by the Kenya Pipeline Company (KPC), aiming to prevent further hikes in fuel pump prices for consumers.

• EPRA approved flat pipeline transport charges for the 2025/2026 cycle, with only marginal adjustments allowed in the following two years, rejecting KPC's request for immediate steeper hikes.
• The regulator's decision shields motorists from a potential surge, as increased distribution costs would have been passed on to consumers.
• This intervention comes amidst a national transport crisis and follows a significant mid-month fuel price increase.