NAIROBI, Kenya — Motorists and businesses are set to benefit from a significant reduction in diesel prices after the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) announced a Sh10 per litre cut in the cost of diesel, while petrol prices dropped marginally by Sh0.22 per litre for the period running from June 15 to July 14, 2026.
In a review released on Sunday, EPRA said the price of kerosene would remain unchanged during the next pricing cycle despite fluctuations in international fuel markets.
Under the new prices, consumers in Nairobi will pay Sh214.03 per litre for Super Petrol, Sh222.86 per litre for Diesel, and Sh191.38 per litre for Kerosene. The revised prices take effect at midnight and will remain in force for the next 30 days.
EPRA said the adjustments were made in accordance with Section 101(y) of the Petroleum Act, 2019, and Legal Notice No. 192 of 2022, which mandate the regulator to determine maximum retail fuel prices monthly.
The regulator attributed the changes partly to movements in international fuel costs. The average landed cost of imported Super Petrol declined by 0.56 per cent, falling from US$906.23 per cubic metre in April to US$901.16 in May.
Diesel recorded a slight increase of 0.21 per cent from US$1,291.98 to US$1,294.71 per cubic metre, while Kerosene declined by 0.33 per cent from US$1,332.73 to US$1,328.36 per cubic metre over the same period.
Despite the mixed international price trends, the government intervened to cushion consumers through the Petroleum Development Levy (PDL) Fund. EPRA disclosed that approximately Sh10 billion will be used during the current cycle to subsidise Diesel and Kerosene prices.
The latest review comes as households and businesses continue to grapple with high living costs and elevated transport expenses. Diesel remains a critical fuel for public transport, freight movement, agriculture, and manufacturing, meaning the Sh10 reduction is expected to provide relief across multiple sectors of the economy.
The prices announced by EPRA are inclusive of Value Added Tax (VAT) and other statutory levies as provided under the VAT Act, 2013, Legal Notice No. 70 of April 15, 2026, the Finance Act, 2023, the Tax Laws (Amendment) Act, 2024, and inflation-adjusted excise duty rates.
Kenya imports all its refined petroleum products, making local pump prices highly sensitive to international market movements and exchange rate fluctuations. During the review period, the Kenyan shilling traded at an average of Sh129.82 against the US dollar, slightly higher than Sh129.56 recorded in April.
EPRA reiterated its commitment to ensuring fair competition in the energy sector while protecting the interests of consumers and investors through regulated fuel pricing.
