EPRA Announces New Fuel Prices Effective 15th January

The Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) has reduced fuel prices, offering motorists and households a small but timely relief from the high cost of living. The new prices will apply from 15 January to 14 February 2026.

In its latest monthly fuel price review, EPRA reduced the pump price of Super Petrol by KSh2 per litre, while Diesel and Kerosene each dropped by KSh1 per litre. The adjustment affects all major towns across the country.

Following the review, consumers in Nairobi will now buy Super Petrol at KSh182.52 per litre, Diesel at KSh170.47, and Kerosene at KSh153.78. These prices took effect at midnight and will remain in force for the next 30 days.

Before the reduction, fuel prices in the capital had remained unchanged for three months, with Super Petrol selling at KSh184.52, Diesel at KSh171.47, and Kerosene at KSh154.78 per litre.

Prices vary across regions, with Mombasa recording the lowest fuel costs among major towns. Motorists in the coastal city will pay KSh179.24 for petrol, KSh167.19 for diesel, and KSh150.49 for kerosene.

In contrast, fuel remains more expensive in western Kenya. Kisumu posted some of the highest prices, with Super Petrol retailing at KSh190.88, Diesel at KSh178.83, and Kerosene at KSh162.13 per litre.

In the Rift Valley, Nakuru residents will buy petrol at KSh181.56, diesel at KSh169.87, and kerosene at KSh153.21, while Eldoret prices stand at KSh182.38 for petrol, KSh170.68 for diesel, and KSh154.03 for kerosene.

EPRA attributed the price drop mainly to the strengthening of the Kenyan Shilling against the US Dollar. The local currency has appreciated to about KSh128 per dollar, up from around KSh132 in the previous quarter. Since petroleum imports are paid for in dollars, the stronger shilling has helped lower import costs.

The regulator also noted a decline in the average landed cost of petroleum products during the review period. The landed cost of Super Petrol fell from about KSh73,800 per cubic metre in the previous cycle to approximately KSh71,500 per cubic metre in January 2026. Diesel and kerosene also recorded slight reductions. These costs include international prices, freight, and insurance.

The fuel price cut is expected to slightly reduce transport expenses, which could ease pressure on food prices and other basic goods. However, economists warn that the impact on inflation may be limited due to the sharp fuel price increases seen over the past year.

EPRA has reaffirmed its commitment to closely monitor both global oil markets and local economic conditions, assuring Kenyans that future price adjustments will reflect prevailing market realities.

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