NAIROBI, Kenya – Fuel prices remain unchanged for the second month after the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) maintained the current pump rates for the November–December pricing cycle.
In a statement released Wednesday, the regulator said motorists in Nairobi will continue to pay Sh184.52 for Super Petrol, Sh171.47 for Diesel, and Sh154.78 for Kerosene.
The prices, which take effect from midnight, already include the 16 per cent Value Added Tax (VAT) mandated under the Finance Act 2023, the Tax Laws (Amendment) Act 2024, and inflation-adjusted excise rates introduced through Legal Notice No. 194 of 2020.
“Epra has calculated the maximum retail prices of petroleum products which will be in force for the next 30 days. During this period, the maximum allowed pump prices for Super Petrol, Diesel and Kerosene remain unchanged,” said Epra Director General Daniel Kiptoo.
Kiptoo attributed the stability to minimal changes in global prices of imported fuel.
According to the regulator, the average landed cost of Super Petrol fell marginally by 0.18 per cent, from US$620.24 per cubic metre in September to US$619.14 in October.
Diesel recorded a 1.81 per cent increase from US$623.75 to US$635.05, while Kerosene rose by 0.71 per cent to US$632.16 per cubic metre.
He noted that the monthly pricing calculations are designed to “ensure transparency and fairness,” helping cushion consumers and transport operators from abrupt volatility.
The review means Kenyans will go through the festive season without a change in pump prices—offering short-term relief amid persistent concerns over the cost of living.
