EPRA July 2025 Fuel Price Increases Across Major Kenyan Cities

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Key Developments

The Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) has announced significant fuel price increases for the review period from July 15 to August 14, 2025. The adjustments affect Super Petrol, Diesel, and Kerosene, impacting consumers, businesses, and households across Kenya.

Breakdown of Fuel Price Changes

Price Increases (Nationwide)

• Super Petrol: Up by Ksh 8.99 per litre
• Diesel: Up by Ksh 8.67 per litre
• Kerosene: Up by Ksh 9.65 per litre

Pump Prices in Major Cities (per Litre, July 15 – August 14, 2025)

Note: Prices may be marginally different in other towns due to transportation and distribution costs. (1,2,3,4)

Comparison with Previous Month (Nairobi Example)

(1,4)

Driving Factors Behind the Fuel Price Increases

• Rising Global Oil Prices: Average landed cost of imported Super Petrol increased by 6.45%, Diesel by 6.27%, and Kerosene by 6.95% between May and June 2025.
• Exchange Rate Fluctuations: Depreciation of the Kenyan shilling increased import costs.
• Government Taxes & Levies: Rates remain high and are included in the new pump prices.
• International Market Dynamics: Geopolitical factors and supply disruptions have led to recent surges in crude prices.

(1,5,3,4)

Impact on Kenyan Consumers and Businesses

• Transport Sector: Increased costs for daily commuters and logistics firms, likely to lead to higher fares and freight charges.
• Business Costs: Businesses reliant on diesel generators or transportation will see operational costs rise.
• Household Budgets: Kerosene-dependent homes, especially in rural regions, will pay more for lighting and cooking.
• Cost of Goods: Higher transport costs will ripple through the entire supply chain, raising the prices of essential goods.

What Can Consumers Do?

• Budget: Factor in higher transport and fuel costs in monthly budgets.
• Alternative Energy: Explore LPG, solar, or other energy options where possible.
• Stay Updated: Regularly check official EPRA announcements for the latest price changes and consumer guidance.

Summary of Fuel Price Increases

• All stated price increases and pump price levels are verified against official EPRA releases and leading Kenyan news outlets.
• The core causes—international oil prices, exchange rates, and government policy—are supported by data and economic analysis from multiple reputable sources.
• Consumers nationwide should prepare for sustained upward pressure on the cost of living through mid-August 2025.

(1,2,5)

FAQs

1. What are the new fuel prices in major Kenyan cities for the current review period?
   From July 15 to August 14, 2025, Super Petrol, Diesel, and Kerosene will retail at specific prices per litre in major cities. In Nairobi, Super Petrol is Ksh 186.31, Diesel is Ksh 171.58, and Kerosene is Ksh 156.58. In Mombasa, prices are Ksh 183.02 for Super Petrol, Ksh 168.30 for Diesel, and Ksh 153.29 for Kerosene (7,8,14). Prices in Kisumu, Nakuru, and Eldoret are also available, showing slight variations due to logistics (7).
2. Why have fuel prices increased in Kenya this month?
   The Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) attributes the price hikes primarily to an increase in the average landed cost of imported petroleum products between May and June 2025, coupled with exchange rate pressures (7,11,13). Specifically, the landed cost of Super Petrol rose by 6.45%, Diesel by 6.27%, and Kerosene by 6.95% (7,12,14).
3. How do the current fuel prices compare to the previous month’s prices?
   In the current review, Super Petrol increased by Ksh 8.99, Diesel by Ksh 8.67, and Kerosene by Ksh 9.65 per litre (7,10,11). For context, in June 2025, Super Petrol retailed at Ksh 177.32 per litre, Diesel at Ksh 162.91, and Kerosene at Ksh 146.93 per litre (11,16).

References:

1. https://www.the-star.co.ke/news/2025-07-14-how-fuel-prices-will-retail-in-five-major-towns
2. https://www.epra.go.ke/pump-prices
3. https://eastleighvoice.co.ke/adulterated+fuel-epra+latest+fuel+prices-petrol/179365/pain-at-the-pump-as-fuel-prices-rise-in-latest-epra-review
4. https://thekenyatimes.com/breaking-news/epra-hikes-fuel-prices-for-july-15-august-14/
5. https://kenyainsights.com/fuel-prices-soar-as-epra-announces-sharp-increases-in-july-review/

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