Five Kenyan Towns Hit by Higher Fuel Prices as EPRA October Review Pushes Pump Costs Up

Motorists in five major Kenyan towns are facing increased fuel expenses following the latest price adjustments announced by the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority in its October 2026 review.

The changes, which took effect on October 15, have pushed up the cost of petrol, diesel and kerosene, putting additional financial pressure on households, transport operators and businesses that rely on petroleum products.

The five towns highlighted in the latest review are Nairobi, Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru and Eldoret, with motorists experiencing different pump prices depending on their locations.

In Nairobi, Super Petrol retailed at a maximum of KSh226.96 per litre, while diesel cost KSh227.76. Kerosene was selling at KSh219.87 per litre.

In Mombasa, motorists enjoyed relatively lower prices, with Super Petrol retailing at KSh223.81 per litre, diesel at KSh224.61 and kerosene at KSh216.71.

Meanwhile, Kisumu recorded maximum prices of KSh226.51 for Super Petrol, KSh227.71 for diesel and KSh219.83 for kerosene.

In Nakuru, Super Petrol retailed at KSh225.73 per litre, while diesel cost KSh226.93. Kerosene was priced at KSh219.06.

Motorists in Eldoret also faced relatively high prices, with Super Petrol retailing at KSh226.51, diesel at KSh227.71 and kerosene at KSh219.83 per litre.

The October review saw Super Petrol increase by KSh12.93 per litre, diesel by KSh9.90 and kerosene by KSh28.49.

EPRA attributed the increases to higher landed costs of imported petroleum products, reflecting changes in international oil prices and importation expenses.

The increase in fuel prices is expected to have wider economic implications because petroleum products play a significant role in transportation, manufacturing and the distribution of essential commodities.

Higher fuel costs could also translate into increased transport fares and prices of goods, adding to the financial burden facing ordinary Kenyans.

The latest adjustments have renewed concerns among motorists and consumers about the rising cost of living, as households continue to grapple with increasing everyday expenses.

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