The Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) has announced new fuel prices for the November 15 to December 14, 2026, pricing cycle, with motorists in Nairobi set to pay Ksh226.96 for a litre of Super Petrol.
In its latest review released on Saturday, November 14, 2026, EPRA retained the price of diesel in Nairobi at Ksh227.76 per litre, while kerosene will continue retailing at Ksh219.87.
In Mombasa, which serves as Kenya’s main petroleum import gateway, a litre of Super Petrol will retail at Ksh223.81, diesel at Ksh224.61 and kerosene at Ksh216.71.
The new rates will take effect at midnight on Saturday, November 15, and remain in force until December 14.
The EPRA schedule shows variations in pump prices across different towns, largely reflecting transportation and distribution costs.
Nairobi motorists will pay Ksh224.96 for petrol, Ksh227.76 for diesel and Ksh219.87 for kerosene.
In Mombasa, petrol will retail at Ksh223.81, diesel at Ksh224.61 and kerosene at Ksh216.71.
Kilifi residents will pay Ksh224.62 for petrol, Ksh225.42 for diesel and Ksh217.52 for kerosene.
In Nakuru, motorists will pay different rates from those in coastal towns, reflecting the additional costs associated with transporting petroleum products inland.
The price differences mean motorists travelling between counties may encounter varying pump prices even when purchasing the same petroleum products.
For motorists in Nairobi, the Ksh2 reduction in petrol offers modest relief, although the cost of filling a vehicle’s tank will remain relatively high.
A motorist purchasing 50 litres of Super Petrol in Nairobi will spend Ksh11,248, compared with Ksh11,348 under the previous pricing cycle, representing a saving of Ksh100.
However, diesel-powered vehicles will not enjoy similar relief because the price of the commodity has remained unchanged.
The continued high diesel price is particularly significant for public transport operators, truck owners and businesses that depend on road transportation to move goods.
The latest review is also likely to attract attention from public transport operators and businesses because fuel remains a major component of their operating expenses.
Matatus, buses, taxis and delivery vehicles depend heavily on petrol and diesel, meaning changes in pump prices can influence the cost of providing transport services.
However, the modest reduction in petrol prices does not necessarily mean passengers will immediately enjoy lower fares.
Diesel remains more expensive than petrol in Nairobi, placing continued pressure on operators of diesel-powered commercial vehicles.
Households that rely on kerosene for cooking and lighting will also continue paying Ksh219.87 per litre in Nairobi, with no reduction announced in the latest review.
EPRA calculates maximum retail prices by considering the landed cost of petroleum products, distribution expenses, applicable taxes and other components of the petroleum pricing formula.
Mombasa generally records lower pump prices because of its proximity to the country’s main petroleum import and distribution infrastructure.
Inland towns, including Nairobi and other regional commercial centres, incur additional transportation and distribution costs.
The regulator publishes maximum pump prices that oil marketing companies must observe, meaning retailers cannot legally sell fuel above the prescribed rates.
The new pricing schedule will remain in force for 30 days, with the next review expected in December.
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