Kenyans will have to dig deeper into their pockets after the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) announced fresh increases in fuel prices for the pricing cycle running from 15th July to 14th August 2025.
In a statement shared on its official social media handles, EPRA stated:
“In accordance with Section 101(y) of the Petroleum Act 2019 and Legal Notice No.192 of 2022, we have calculated the maximum wholesale and retail prices of petroleum products which will be in force from 15th July 2025 to 14th August 2025.”
The regulator confirmed that pump prices have increased by KSh 8.99 for Super Petrol, KSh 8.67 for Diesel, and KSh 9.65 for Kerosene.
As a result, the new prices in Nairobi are as follows:
Super Petrol: KSh 186.31
Diesel: KSh 171.58
Kerosene: KSh 156.58
EPRA emphasized that the figures are inclusive of 16% VAT, noting that the changes are “in line with the provisions of the Finance Act 2023, the Tax Laws (Amendment) Act 2024, and the revised rates for excise duty adjusted for inflation as per Legal Notice No. 194 of 2020.”
This latest adjustment is expected to trigger a ripple effect on the cost of transport, goods, and services, raising concerns about the growing burden on households already grappling with a high cost of living. The announcement has sparked fresh debate online, with many Kenyans expressing frustration over the persistent fuel price hikes.
