NAIROBI, Kenya – Online taxi drivers under the Organisation of Online Drivers (OOD) have introduced a new minimum fare of Sh450 for short trips covering up to three kilometres, pointing to rising fuel prices and higher operating costs.
In a notice released by the group, the drivers said the change comes in response to the latest fuel price review by the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA), as well as the growing expenses associated with running their services.
The organisation explained that the adjustment is meant to support what it termed sustainable earnings for drivers.
“Following the recent fuel price review announced by the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) and the ongoing rise in operational costs, we, the Organisation of Online Drivers (OOD), have set a new minimum fare for short trips to ensure sustainable earnings for our drivers,” part of the statement said.
According to the group, the new minimum fare will apply to journeys of up to three kilometres.
It noted that the Sh450 charge is designed to help drivers maintain what it described as fair earnings amid shifting economic conditions.
“This minimum fare of Sh450 for a maximum of 3KM for short trips will ensure that drivers earn a fair and sustainable income amidst the changing economic environment,” OOD explained.
The directive affects drivers operating across various ride-hailing platforms affiliated with the organisation.
The decision follows EPRA’s recent increase in fuel prices for the April to May 2026 pricing cycle.
In its latest review, the maximum pump prices for Super Petrol and Diesel rose by Sh28.69 and Sh40.30 per litre respectively, while Kerosene prices remained unchanged.
In Nairobi, the new retail prices stand at Sh206.97 for Super Petrol, Sh206.84 for Diesel and Sh152.78 for Kerosene, effective from midnight for a 30-day period. The regulator stated that these prices will apply from April 15 to May 14, 2026.
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