Diesel Price Drops by KSh10 Per Litre
The Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) has released the maximum retail fuel prices that will apply across Kenya from June 15, 2026 to July 14, 2026.
According to the regulator, the price of diesel has decreased by KSh10.00 per litre, while the price of super petrol has reduced slightly by KSh0.22 per litre. The price of kerosene remains unchanged during the review period.
The latest adjustment is expected to lower transportation costs and ease operational expenses for businesses that heavily depend on diesel-powered vehicles and machinery.
New Fuel Prices in Nairobi
Motorists in Nairobi will pay the following maximum pump prices:
- Super Petrol – KSh214.03 per litre
- Diesel – KSh222.86 per litre
- Kerosene – KSh191.38 per litre
These prices are inclusive of Value Added Tax (VAT) and all applicable levies.
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Government Allocates KSh10 Billion Fuel Subsidy
EPRA stated that the Government will utilize approximately KSh10 billion from the Petroleum Development Levy (PDL) Fund to cushion consumers against higher diesel and kerosene prices.
The subsidy intervention continues to play a critical role in stabilizing fuel costs amid fluctuations in global oil markets and foreign exchange movements.
Changes in International Fuel Import Costs
Data released by EPRA shows mixed trends in the average landed cost of imported petroleum products between April and May 2026.
The average landed cost of:
- Super Petrol declined by 0.56%, from US$906.23 to US$901.16 per cubic metre.
- Diesel increased by 0.21%, from US$1,291.98 to US$1,294.71 per cubic metre.
- Kerosene decreased by 0.33%, from US$1,332.73 to US$1,328.36 per cubic metre.
These international price movements, together with government interventions and tax considerations, influenced the latest local fuel pricing adjustments.
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Stable Kenya Shilling Supports Fuel Pricing
EPRA noted that fuel imports are denominated in United States Dollars and therefore exchange rate movements significantly affect local pump prices.
The Kenya Shilling remained relatively stable against the US Dollar, with the average exchange rate standing at approximately KSh129.82 per US Dollar in May 2026, helping to moderate fuel costs.
Relief for Consumers and Businesses
The substantial reduction in diesel prices is expected to benefit public transport operators, logistics companies, manufacturers, farmers, and other businesses that rely on diesel-powered operations.
Lower fuel costs could also contribute to easing inflationary pressures by reducing transportation and distribution expenses across various sectors of the economy.
EPRA maintains that the Petroleum Pricing Regulations are designed to cap retail fuel prices while ensuring that importation and operational costs are reasonably recovered, ultimately protecting consumers from excessive price volatility.
In May, Kenyan motorists and businesses were confronted with higher fuel costs following the latest pricing review by the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) for the period between May 15 and June 14, 2026.
The sharp rise in diesel prices carried broader economic consequences. Diesel is the backbone of Kenya’s logistics, agriculture, and manufacturing sectors. A steep increase typically translates into higher transport costs, which cascade into food prices and overall inflation.
For businesses, especially SMEs and logistics operators, the cost escalation will likely compress margins or force price adjustments, further straining consumer purchasing power.
