As of today, Wednesday, 15 April 2026, the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) has released the new maximum retail fuel prices for the April–May 2026 pricing cycle, which took effect at midnight.
In Nairobi, Super Petrol (PMS) now retails at KSh 206.97 per litre, representing an increase of KSh 28.69 from the previous KSh 178.28. Diesel (AGO) has risen more sharply by KSh 40.30 to KSh 206.84 per litre (previously KSh 166.54), while Kerosene (IK) remains unchanged at KSh 152.78 per litre.
Slight variations apply across the country due to transportation costs. In coastal areas like Mombasa, Super Petrol stands at around KSh 203.69, Diesel at KSh 203.56, and Kerosene at KSh 149.49. Prices in other major towns such as Nakuru, Kisumu, and Eldoret are very close to those in Nairobi, differing by only a few shillings.
This notable hike is due to rising landed costs of imported petroleum products in recent weeks. Factors include global oil market volatility and ongoing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, affecting supply routes.
The government had previously indicated it might use the Petroleum Development Levy (approximately KSh 17 billion) to help cushion consumers, yet the adjustments still reflect significant upward pressure from import costs. Kerosene’s unchanged price provides some relief for low-income households that depend on it for cooking and lighting.
Public transport operators, including matatus and buses, are likely to increase fares in the coming days, which could further raise the cost of goods and contribute to inflation.
This development ends weeks of speculation and anxiety among motorists, following earlier predictions of even larger increases. The new prices will remain in force until 14 May 2026.
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