The Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (Epra) has announced that fuel prices will remain unchanged in the November–December pricing cycle, offering consumers a continued period of price stability. This marks the third consecutive monthly review in which the regulator has kept pump prices steady.
In Nairobi, motorists will continue to pay Sh184.52 for Super Petrol, Sh171.47 for Diesel, and Sh154.78 for Kerosene. The prices, which take effect from midnight, include the 16 per cent Value Added Tax (VAT) as mandated by the Finance Act 2023, the Tax Laws (Amendment) Act 2024, and inflation-adjusted excise duty rates under Legal Notice No. 194 of 2020.
Epra Director General Daniel Kiptoo said the unchanged prices are informed by stable international landing costs. According to the regulator, the average landed cost of Super Petrol decreased slightly by 0.18 per cent, from US$620.24 per cubic metre in September to US$619.14 in October. Diesel and Kerosene recorded marginal increases of 1.81 per cent and 0.71 per cent, respectively.
Kiptoo noted that the pricing calculations are designed to ensure transparency and fairness, enabling both consumers and businesses to benefit from predictable fuel costs. He added that the Petroleum Pricing Regulations help cap pump prices to recover importation and operational costs while ensuring reasonable charges for consumers.
The consecutive months of unchanged prices offer short-term relief to households by keeping transport and cooking expenses stable. Businesses—especially in transport, logistics and manufacturing—also benefit from predictable operating costs, helping them plan more effectively.
Economically, stable fuel prices help moderate inflation, since fuel directly influences the cost of goods and services across the economy. However, experts caution that this stability reflects short-term market conditions and does not eliminate potential future volatility in global oil markets.
Epra has assured the public of its continued commitment to protecting consumer interests while fostering fair competition within the energy and petroleum sector.
