EPRA June 2026 Fuel Price Update

CN Quick Facts

Fuel Price Overview in Nairobi:

The new prices take effect from 15 June 2026 and remain in force until 14 July 2026.

Previous prices – 19 May to 14 June 2026:

• Super Petrol: KSh 214.25 per litre
• Diesel: KSh 232.86 per litre
• Kerosene: KSh 191.38 per litre

June therefore brings a modest reduction in Super Petrol, a more significant KSh 10 reduction in Diesel and no change in Kerosene.

Diesel Falls by KSh 10 as Petrol Sees Marginal Cut

Kenyan motorists will receive some relief at the pump during the June-July 2026 pricing cycle after the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) reduced the maximum retail prices of Super Petrol and Diesel.

In Nairobi, Super Petrol now has a maximum retail price of KSh 214.03 per litre, down KSh 0.22 from KSh 214.25.

Diesel has recorded the more significant reduction, falling by KSh 10.00 per litre from KSh 232.86 to KSh 222.86.

Kerosene remains unchanged at KSh 191.38 per litre.

The revised prices apply from 15 June to 14 July 2026.

The Diesel reduction is particularly significant following the sharp increase recorded in the previous pricing cycle, when Diesel reached KSh 242.92 before an EPRA mid-cycle revision brought it down to KSh 232.86.

Why Have Fuel Prices Fallen in June 2026?

The June reductions are linked partly to movements in the average landed cost of imported petroleum products.

EPRA reported that the landed cost of imported Super Petrol declined by 0.56%, falling from US$906.23 per cubic metre in April to US$901.16 in May 2026.

Diesel moved in the opposite direction. Its landed cost increased slightly by 0.21%, from US$1,291.98 to US$1,294.71 per cubic metre.

Kerosene recorded a 0.33% decline, with its landed cost falling from US$1,332.73 to US$1,328.36 per cubic metre.

The fact that Diesel’s pump price fell despite a slight increase in its landed cost shows that international product costs are only one component of Kenya’s regulated fuel-price formula.

Government price-stabilisation measures also played an important role in determining the final pump prices.

CN Explained

The landed cost is the cost associated with bringing imported petroleum products into Kenya before domestic taxes, levies, distribution costs and other components of the pricing formula are included.

Kenya imports its petroleum requirements in refined form. As a result, local fuel prices are exposed to international petroleum prices, shipping costs and the USD/KSh exchange rate.

A change in landed cost does not therefore translate directly into an identical change at the pump.

Why Is Diesel Getting a Larger Price Cut?

The KSh 10 reduction in Diesel is significant because Diesel is particularly important to Kenya’s transport and productive sectors.

Diesel is widely used by:

• Public service vehicles
• Trucks and logistics fleets
• Agricultural machinery
• Construction equipment
• Manufacturing operations
• Commercial vehicles
• Generators and other industrial applications

The reduction also follows government commitments made during the May fuel-price crisis.

After the sharp increase in Diesel prices triggered a nationwide public transport strike in May, President William Ruto announced that Diesel would receive a further KSh 10 reduction in the June-July pricing cycle.

EPRA’s June review therefore delivers the reduction that had been announced by the government.

What Role Is the Petroleum Development Levy Fund Playing?

The government is using the Petroleum Development Levy (PDL) Fund to cushion consumers from the impact of elevated petroleum costs.

For the June-July pricing cycle, approximately KSh 10 billion will be used to subsidise Diesel and Kerosene prices. This intervention is particularly important because the underlying cost of imported Diesel did not fall during the review period. Without price-stabilisation measures, the movement in landed costs could have resulted in a different pump-price outcome.

The June review therefore illustrates the distinction between the underlying cost of petroleum products and the maximum retail price ultimately paid by motorists.

What Taxes Are Included in the June Fuel Prices?

EPRA’s published prices include applicable taxes and levies.

The June review states that the prices are inclusive of Value Added Tax (VAT) in accordance with the VAT Act, 2013, as read with Legal Notice No. 70 dated 15 April 2026, alongside the Finance Act 2023, the Tax Laws (Amendment) Act 2024 and inflation-adjusted excise-duty rates under Legal Notice No. 194 of 2020.

The VAT treatment is particularly important in understanding the 2026 fuel-price cycle because the applicable VAT rate had been reduced earlier in the year.

Taxes and levies therefore remain an important component of the price motorists see at the pump.

What’s Behind the June 2026 Fuel Prices?

EPRA’s June review was influenced by several factors:

• Landed Cost: Super Petrol’s landed cost fell by 0.56%, while Diesel increased by 0.21% and Kerosene declined by 0.33%.
• Government Stabilisation: Approximately KSh 10 billion from the PDL Fund will cushion Diesel and Kerosene prices.
• International Petroleum Markets: Kenya’s reliance on imported refined petroleum products means global petroleum-market conditions continue to influence domestic prices.
• Exchange Rate: Petroleum products are traded internationally in US dollars. The exchange rate used in the calculation was approximately KSh 129.56 per US dollar.
• Diesel Support: The KSh 10 Diesel reduction follows the government’s commitment to provide additional relief after the sharp May increase.

The result is a pricing cycle in which motorists receive some relief even though the underlying cost of imported Diesel remained broadly unchanged.

What are the Fuel Prices Across Kenya?

Fuel prices vary across Kenya because of transportation and distribution costs. Under the June-July 2026 pricing cycle, EPRA’s maximum retail prices in selected major towns are:

The June figures show that Mombasa continues to have lower maximum prices than Nairobi, while prices generally increase with the cost of moving petroleum products inland.

What Does the June Fuel Price Reduction Mean for Motorists and the Economy?

The June fuel price cuts bring brief relief to Kenya after two months of hikes, though the benefits favour diesel users far more than petrol drivers.

Petrol motorists save a negligible KSh 11 monthly per 50-litre (KSh 214.03/L), while diesel drivers save KSh 500 per 50 litres (KSh 222.86/L).

This significant diesel reduction directly eases operating expenses for public transport and commercial fleets, saving high-volume businesses KSh 10,000 per 1,000 litres, though whether these savings will translate into lower fare prices for everyday commuters remains to be seen.

How Do June 2026 Fuel Prices Compare With Previous Months?

June’s reductions follow the sharp increases recorded in April and May.

June Super Petrol is only KSh 0.22 cheaper than May.

Diesel, however, is KSh 10.00 cheaper.

Kerosene remains unchanged.

Despite the June reductions, fuel prices remain substantially above the levels recorded at the beginning of 2026.

Compared with February 2026:

• Super Petrol is KSh 35.75 more expensive per litre.
• Diesel is KSh 56.32 more expensive per litre.
• Kerosene is KSh 38.60 more expensive per litre.

The June review therefore represents partial relief rather than a return to the lower fuel prices seen earlier in the year.

Fuel Tips for Car Owners – Maximise Every Drop

Although Diesel prices have fallen, fuel remains considerably more expensive than it was at the beginning of 2026.

Motorists can therefore continue taking practical steps to improve fuel efficiency.

1. Maintain Proper Tyre Pressure: Under-inflated tyres increase rolling resistance and can increase fuel consumption. Check your tyres regularly.
2. Drive Smoothly: Avoid unnecessary hard acceleration and braking. Smooth driving can help reduce fuel consumption.
3. Service Your Vehicle Regularly: Keep up with scheduled servicing and address warning lights or unusual vehicle behaviour promptly.
4. Avoid Unnecessary Idling: If you are going to remain stationary for an extended period, avoid unnecessary engine idling where it is safe and appropriate.
5. Plan Your Journeys: Combining trips and reducing unnecessary journeys can help lower monthly fuel consumption.
6. Monitor Your Fuel Consumption: Tracking litres used against kilometres travelled can help identify changes in fuel economy and potential mechanical problems.

💡 Check out our Why Regular Car Servicing Saves You Money article for more practical vehicle ownership tips.

CN Key Takeaways

• Super Petrol falls by KSh 0.22 to KSh 214.03 per litre in Nairobi.
• Diesel falls by KSh 10.00 to KSh 222.86 per litre.
• Kerosene remains unchanged at KSh 191.38 per litre.
• The new prices apply from 15 June to 14 July 2026.
• Super Petrol’s landed cost fell by 0.56% during the review period.
• Diesel’s landed cost increased slightly by 0.21%.
• Kerosene’s landed cost fell by 0.33%.
• The government will use approximately KSh 10 billion from the PDL Fund to subsidise Diesel and Kerosene.
• Despite the June reductions, fuel prices remain significantly above February and March 2026 levels.
• Motorists should continue monitoring international petroleum prices, landed costs, exchange rates and government stabilisation measures.

What Should Motorists Watch in the Next EPRA Review?

The June 2026 review provides some welcome relief, particularly for Diesel users, but it does not reverse the sharp increases recorded during April and May.

The KSh 10 Diesel reduction is particularly important because Diesel is widely used across public transport, logistics, agriculture, manufacturing and other economic activities.

The next EPRA review will therefore be closely watched for signs that international petroleum costs are beginning to ease.

Motorists should monitor:

• International petroleum prices
• The cost of imported refined fuel
• The USD/KSh exchange rate
• Government fuel-stabilisation measures
• Petroleum taxes and levies
• Global supply-chain conditions
• The next movement in Diesel landed costs

One important point from the June review is that pump prices do not always move in exactly the same direction as landed costs. Diesel’s landed cost increased slightly, yet its retail price fell by KSh 10 because of the broader pricing mechanism and government intervention.

For Kenyan motorists, the key question going into the July review will be whether the relief provided in June can continue or whether renewed pressure in international petroleum markets will push prices higher again.

CarNews KE will continue monitoring EPRA’s monthly fuel-price reviews and explaining what they mean for Kenyan motorists, businesses and the wider economy.

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