Motorists in Kenya will now pay more for Super petrol following the latest fuel price review by the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA). In a statement released on June 14, EPRA announced a price increase of Sh2.69 per litre for Super petrol, bringing the new retail price to Sh177.42 per litre. The new prices will be in effect from June 15 to July 14, 2025.
At the same time, the prices of Diesel and Kerosene have decreased by Sh1.95 and Sh2.06 per litre respectively, offering some relief to consumers and businesses that rely on these fuels. Diesel will now retail at Sh162.52 per litre, while Kerosene will cost Sh160.66 per litre.
According to EPRA, the changes are based on the average landed cost of fuel products in May 2025. The cost of imported Super petrol rose slightly by 0.35% from US$588.16 per cubic metre in April to US$590.24 in May. On the other hand, the average landed cost for Diesel dropped by 2.42%, from US$594.60 to US$580.23 per cubic metre, while Kerosene saw a more significant decrease of 5.14%, from US$599.84 to US$569.00 per cubic metre.
The new prices also reflect adjustments in taxation and inflation. EPRA clarified that the pump prices include 16% Value Added Tax (VAT) as mandated by the Finance Act 2023 and the Tax Laws (Amendment) Act 2024. Additionally, excise duties have been revised to account for inflation, in accordance with Legal Notice No. 194 of 2020.
The latest review ends a month-long price freeze where fuel prices remained unchanged between May and June 2025. While the hike in petrol prices is likely to increase the cost of transport and goods, the drop in Diesel and Kerosene prices could slightly ease inflationary pressure in key sectors such as agriculture, transport, and domestic energy use.
EPRA continues to urge consumers to use fuel efficiently and monitor monthly price reviews to stay informed on market dynamics.
