EPRA Announces New Fuel Prices For August And September Cycle

The Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) has announced new fuel prices for the pricing cycle running from August 15 to September 14, 2026, with diesel prices set to decrease while petrol and kerosene prices remain unchanged.

In a press release dated August 14, EPRA said the maximum retail price of diesel would fall by Ksh5 per litre, while the prices of super petrol and kerosene would remain unchanged.

“In accordance with Section 101(y) of the Petroleum Act 2019 and Legal Notice No.192 of 2022, the Energy & Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) has calculated the maximum retail prices of petroleum products which will be in force from 15th August 2026 to 14th September 2026,” read part of the notice.

EPRA Says Diesel Prices Drop by Ksh5

According to EPRA, the price of super petrol and kerosene will remain unchanged during the latest pricing cycle.

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The regulator said the decision was supported by additional government stabilisation measures aimed at cushioning consumers from changes in international petroleum prices.

EPRA  further highlighted that the average landed cost of imported super petrol increased by 6.99 per cent, rising from approximately Ksh108,590 per cubic metre in June 2026 to Ksh123,131 per cubic metre in July 2026.

However, the landed cost of diesel declined by 13.08 per cent, falling from approximately Ksh127,698 per cubic metre to Ksh111,012 per cubic metre over the same period.

The cost of kerosene also declined by 11.01%, from approximately Ksh133,395 per cubic metre to Ksh118,713 per cubic metre.

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The decision comes as global crude oil prices continue to fluctuate, with Brent crude recently declining amid concerns over weaker global demand and increased US crude inventories.

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EPRA further stated that continued stability in pump prices has also been supported by government measures aimed at cushioning consumers from fluctuations in international petroleum prices.

The government previously extended the 8 per cent VAT on petroleum products until October 2026 and allocated Ksh945 million from the Petroleum Development Levy Fund to support fuel price stability.

During the previous pricing review, EPRA maintained the same prices for Nairobi, with petrol at Ksh214.03 per litre, diesel at Ksh222.86, and kerosene at Ksh191.38.

Additionally, the regulator noted that the average landed cost of imported petroleum products had declined during the period under review, with the cost of super petrol falling by 21% to Ksh115,070 per cubic metre in June, while diesel declined by 19.8% to Ksh127,700 per cubic metre.

Kerosene also dropped by 11.7% to Ksh133,370 per cubic metre.

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A motorist fuels at a Nairobi Petrol Station
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