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September 29, 2026
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LPG consumption in Kenya up 14.7pc to 476,000 tonnes on product zero-rating

LPG consumption in Kenya up 14.7pc to 476,000 tonnes on product zero-rating

The report attributes the growth partly to the zero-rating of LPG, saying the tax intervention improved affordability and encouraged wider adoption...

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Kenyan consumption of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) saw a significant increase in 2025, reaching 475,943 metric tonnes. This growth of 14.72 percent is largely attributed to the product's zero-rating for tax purposes, making it more affordable and accessible.

  • LPG consumption rose by 14.72 percent to 475,943 metric tonnes in 2025.
  • The Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) reported the figures in their latest statistics report.
  • The zero-rating of LPG and expanded infrastructure were key drivers behind the increased uptake.

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