NAIROBI, Kenya – The Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) has retained the maximum retail prices of petroleum products for the next pricing cycle.
Under the latest monthly review, the prices of Super Petrol, Automotive Diesel and Kerosene will remain unchanged from September 15 to October 14, 2026.
In Nairobi, a litre of Super Petrol will continue retailing at Sh214.03, while Diesel will cost Sh217.86 and Kerosene Sh191.38.
In Mombasa, Super Petrol remains at Sh210.87 per litre, Diesel at Sh214.58 and Kerosene at Sh188.09.
Nakuru motorists will continue paying Sh212.92 per litre for Super Petrol, Sh217.27 for Diesel and Sh190.81 for Kerosene.
In Eldoret, Super Petrol remains at Sh213.69, Diesel at Sh218.09, while Kerosene will cost Sh191.63.
In Kisumu, Super Petrol remains at Sh213.69 per litre, Diesel at Sh218.08 and Kerosene at Sh191.63.
Diesel and kerosene import costs rise
The decision to maintain pump prices comes despite a significant increase in the average landed cost of imported Diesel and Kerosene.
According to EPRA, the average landed cost of Super Petrol fell by 7.87 per cent, from US$948.92 per cubic metre in July to US$874.26 in August.
Diesel, however, recorded an 11.86 per cent increase, rising from US$855.59 to US$957.05 per cubic metre.
Kerosene also became more expensive, with its landed cost increasing by 9.71 per cent, from US$915.01 to US$1,003.87 per cubic metre.
| Product | July 2026 | August 2026 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Super Petrol | US$948.92 | US$874.26 | -7.87% |
| Diesel | US$855.59 | US$957.05 | +11.86% |
| Kerosene | US$915.01 | US$1,003.87 | +9.71% |
Global oil prices remain a key factor
EPRA’s review shows that international petroleum prices increased between July and August 2026.
The international benchmark price for Super Petrol rose from US$1,032.80 per metric tonne in July to US$1,115.26 in August.
Diesel increased from US$1,006.61 to US$1,103.89 per metric tonne, while Kerosene rose from US$1,063.68 to US$1,131.23.
Kenya imports its petroleum requirements in refined form, meaning changes in international markets feed into the monthly pricing calculations.
Shilling remains relatively stable
The exchange rate used in calculating local pump prices also remained relatively stable during the review period.
EPRA reported that the average US dollar-to-Kenya shilling exchange rate stood at Sh129.72 in August, compared with Sh129.74 in July.
The exchange rate is an important component of the monthly fuel-price calculation because petroleum products traded internationally are denominated in US dollars.
Why EPRA retained prices
EPRA said the Petroleum Pricing Regulations are intended to cap retail prices for petroleum products already in the country while allowing importers and other players to recover prudently incurred costs.
The regulator also said the framework seeks to ensure reasonable prices for consumers while promoting fair competition and protecting the interests of consumers and investors.
The new prices are inclusive of Value Added Tax (VAT) and applicable excise duty.
New prices take effect September 15
The retained maximum prices will apply across Kenya from September 15 to October 14, 2026.
EPRA said the figures are maximum allowable retail prices, meaning oil marketing companies cannot sell the products above the prescribed limits in the respective locations.
The latest notice was issued on September 14 by EPRA Acting Director General Dr Joseph Oketch.
