EPRA Keeps Fuel Prices Unchanged for December: What Kenyans Need to Know
A photo of a a car filling fuel at a gas station in Kenya
Fuel prices will remain unchanged across the country following the latest monthly review by the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA). The announcement, made on Friday, November 14, confirms that the cost of Super Petrol, Diesel, and Kerosene will stay the same from November 15 to December 14.
According to the new pricing guide, motorists in Nairobi will continue paying Ksh184.52 for Super Petrol, Ksh171.47 for Diesel, and Ksh154.78 for Kerosene per litre. EPRA stated that these prices remain within the maximum allowable rates set under the Petroleum Act 2019 and supporting legal notices, which guide how fuel prices are reviewed and adjusted each month.
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The authority further explained that the current prices already include the 16% Value Added Tax (VAT) as required by the Finance Act 2023 and the Tax Laws (Amendment) Act 2024. They also reflect adjustments in excise duty based on inflation, as outlined in Legal Notice No. 194 of 2020.
Fuel Prices Across Major Towns
In coastal city Mombasa, residents will continue paying Ksh181.24 for Super Petrol, Ksh168.19 for Diesel, and Ksh151.49 for Kerosene per litre.
Motorists in Kisumu will pay Ksh184.37 for Super Petrol, Ksh171.68 for Diesel, and Ksh155.03 for Kerosene.
In Nakuru, Super Petrol will retail at Ksh183.56, Diesel at Ksh170.87, and Kerosene at Ksh154.21 per litre.
Meanwhile, Eldoret’s fuel prices will remain Ksh184.38 for Super Petrol, Ksh171.68 for Diesel, and Ksh155.03 for Kerosene.
These prices illustrate the slight differences that appear across regions due to variations in transportation and storage costs.
What Influenced the December Fuel Review?
EPRA highlighted that the landed cost of fuel – the price of imported fuel before taxes and distribution costs – slightly changed between September and October. The landed cost of super petrol dropped by 0.18%, moving from US$620.24 to US$619.14 per cubic metre. Diesel, however, recorded a rise of 1.81%, increasing from US$623.75 to US$635.05 per cubic metre. Kerosene also went up by 0.71%, moving from US$627.72 to US$632.16 per cubic metre.
Despite these small increases, especially in diesel and kerosene, the final pump prices did not change. This signals that EPRA likely considered additional factors such as the exchange rate, global market conditions, and existing buffer margins to maintain price stability for consumers.
While the prices did not drop, the decision to keep them unchanged offers some relief to many households and businesses already grappling with high living costs. This announcement also marks the fourth consecutive month without a fuel price increase, which is unusual given the global oil market’s ongoing volatility.
Just a few months earlier, in July, Kenya experienced one of the steepest fuel price hikes in over a year. During that review, Super Petrol went up by Ksh8.99, Diesel by Ksh8.67, and Kerosene by Ksh9.65 per litre. Since then, prices have gradually stabilized, offering cautious optimism that the worst of the upward trend may be behind us.
What This Means for Consumers
The steady prices mean that transport costs, electricity bills (especially for households using kerosene), and the prices of essential goods linked to fuel supply chains are unlikely to rise over the next month. This stability, even if modest, may help cushion consumers during the festive season when spending typically increases.
However, with global oil prices still unpredictable, Kenyans may need to prepare for possible changes in the coming months. EPRA will continue to monitor global trends and make adjustments as required by law.
The December review brings a moment of calm in an otherwise turbulent year for fuel costs. For now, consumers can plan their budgets knowing that fuel prices will stay steady until mid-December.
