EPRA Reveals Counties Enjoying Kenya’s Cheapest Fuel Prices as Motorists Face New Pump Rates

The Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority has revealed significant differences in fuel prices across Kenya, with coastal counties including Mombasa, Kilifi and Kwale recording some of the country’s lowest pump prices.

The latest pricing schedule, which took effect on November 15, 2026, shows that motorists in these coastal regions will continue enjoying relatively lower fuel prices compared to consumers in several inland counties.

According to EPRA, Mombasa has some of the most affordable fuel prices, with a litre of Super Petrol retailing at KSh223.81, while diesel costs KSh224.61 and kerosene KSh216.71.

In Kilifi County, motorists will purchase a litre of Super Petrol at KSh224.62, diesel at KSh225.42 and kerosene at KSh217.52.

Meanwhile, residents of Kwale County will pay KSh224.16 for a litre of Super Petrol, KSh224.96 for diesel and KSh217.07 for kerosene.

The prices are relatively lower than those applicable in Nairobi, where a litre of Super Petrol is retailing at KSh226.96, diesel at KSh227.76 and kerosene at KSh219.87.

The differences in fuel prices across the country are largely influenced by transportation and distribution expenses, with coastal regions benefiting from their proximity to Mombasa, Kenya’s main petroleum import gateway.

The latest announcement comes amid growing concerns over the high cost of living, with motorists and households continuing to face pressure from expensive petroleum products.

EPRA maintained fuel prices for the November 15 to December 14 pricing period despite increasing international petroleum import costs.

The government reportedly deployed KSh4.6 billion from the Petroleum Development Levy Fund to stabilise pump prices and prevent further increases.

Without the intervention, petrol would have increased by KSh8.58 per litre, diesel by KSh10.54 and kerosene by KSh1.16.

The regulator’s latest figures highlight the geographical differences in the cost of petroleum products, with consumers in coastal counties enjoying a price advantage over motorists in several other parts of Kenya.

The new prices will remain in force until December 14, 2026, when EPRA is expected to announce the next monthly fuel price review.

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