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"Hii ni ukora": Kenyans react after EPRA announces new fuel prices

Jan 15, 2026 Japhet Ruto Tuko Tuko
Kenyans fuel their cars at Galana Energies Petrol Station.

EPRA announced new fuel prices on Wednesday, January 14. Photo: Galana Energies.

Kenyans on social media have called for a review of taxes after EPRA announced new fuel prices. The energy regulator reduced the petroleum costs marginally.

Key Takeaways

  • Kenya's Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) announced a slight reduction in petrol (KSh 2), diesel (KSh 1), and kerosene (KSh 1) prices per litre, effective January 15, 2026.
  • Despite the decrease, Kenyans on social media expressed frustration, arguing the price cuts were insufficient and criticizing EPRA.
  • New retail prices in Nairobi are KSh 182.52 for petrol, KSh 170.47 for diesel, and KSh 153.78 for kerosene.
  • The price adjustments were influenced by a decrease in international Murban crude oil prices during January 2026, as reported by the Central Bank of Kenya.
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