EPRA Releases New Fuel Rates as Coastal Towns Record Lowest Pump Prices

Motorists and businesses in Kenya’s coastal region are enjoying the lowest regulated pump prices in the country following the latest monthly fuel review by the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA). Under the pricing schedule running from November 15 to December 14, 2026, towns across Kilifi, Mombasa, and Kwale counties recorded the most affordable fuel rates nationwide.

Coastal Towns With the Lowest Pump Prices

According to a report by People Daily, Kaloleni in Kilifi County posted the cheapest listed Super Petrol price at KSh 223.72 per litre. Mombasa followed closely with Super Petrol capped at KSh 223.81 per litre, while Kwale and Likoni Mainland each recorded a maximum price of KSh 224.16.

Other coastal centres also maintained a clear price advantage over inland markets. Kilifi town listed Super Petrol at KSh 224.62 per litre, while Malindi recorded KSh 224.95. By comparison, motorists in Nairobi pay KSh 226.96 per litre for Super Petrol and KSh 227.76 for Diesel, while remote northern towns such as Mandera face rates as high as KSh 247.62.

State Intervention Shields Consumers From Price Hike

The coastal price advantage stems largely from lower transport and distribution costs near the Port of Mombasa, which serves as Kenya’s primary petroleum import gateway. However, EPRA noted that fuel prices still vary within the region depending on distance, with Lamu recording KSh 228.79 per litre for Super Petrol.

Across the country, EPRA maintained retail prices for Super Petrol, Diesel, and Kerosene unchanged for the November to December cycle. The regulator deployed KSh 4.6 billion from the Petroleum Development Levy Fund to cushion consumers against rising international landed fuel costs.

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