The Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (Epra) has maintained fuel prices at current levels for the November–December pricing cycle.

In Nairobi, motorists will continue to pay Sh184.52 for Super Petrol, Sh171.47 for Diesel, and Sh154.78 for Kerosene.

The new prices, effective from midnight, include 16 per cent VAT as required under the Finance Act 2023, the Tax Laws (Amendment) Act 2024, and inflation-adjusted excise duty rates set out in Legal Notice No. 194 of 2020.

“Epra has calculated the maximum retail prices of petroleum products which will be in force for the next 30 days. During this period, the maximum allowed pump prices for Super Petrol, Diesel and Kerosene remain unchanged,” said Director General Daniel Kiptoo.

Kiptoo attributed the price stability to steady average landed costs of imported petroleum.

“The average landed cost of imported 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 increased by 1.81 per cent from US$623.75 to US$635.05 per cubic metre, while Kerosene rose by 0.71 per cent from US$627.72 to US$632.16 over the same period,” he said.

He added that the pricing formula ensures transparency and fairness in fuel pricing, offering stability for consumers and the transport sector.