{"id":160399,"date":"2026-04-15T15:53:06","date_gmt":"2026-04-15T15:53:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/kenya\/all-news\/kenya-sees-record-fuel-price-hike-amid-global-oil-crisis"},"modified":"2026-04-15T17:02:18","modified_gmt":"2026-04-15T17:02:18","slug":"kenya-sees-record-fuel-price-hike-amid-global-oil-crisis","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/kenya\/all-news\/kenya-sees-record-fuel-price-hike-amid-global-oil-crisis","title":{"rendered":"Kenya Sees Record Fuel Price Hike Amid Global Oil Crisis"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"ap-summary\" dir=\"ltr\" lang=\"en\">\n<h4>What You Need to Know<\/h4>\n<p>Kenya has announced a significant increase in fuel prices, with diesel seeing its largest rise ever, despite a recent tax cut. The Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority raised diesel prices by 40 shillings to 206 shillings per litre, while petrol increased by 28 shillings. This surge is attributed to rising global oil costs linked to the Iran conflict, causing domestic concerns over fuel adequ<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><span class=\"ap-article-header-tag\"> <strong>Africa-Press &#8211; Kenya. <\/strong> <\/span><b>Kenya has announced a sharp rise in fuel prices, with diesel recording its biggest increase on record despite a recent tax cut.<\/b><\/p>\n<p>The move comes as global oil markets react to rising tensions linked to the Iran conflict, pushing up both crude and shipping costs.<\/p>\n<p>In its latest monthly review, the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority raised diesel prices by 40 Kenyan shillings to 206 shillings ($1.6) per litre, while petrol increased by 28 shillings to a similar level.<\/p>\n<p>The regulator said the hike reflects surging global costs, even after the government reduced value added tax on fuel from 16% to 13%. The new prices will remain in place until the next review on 14 May.<\/p>\n<p>The increase has added pressure domestically, with reports of fuel shortages emerging in parts of the country. Authorities, however, insist supplies are adequate and have accused some fuel distributors of hoarding.<\/p>\n<p>Public concern has also been fuelled by a separate controversy involving a disputed fuel shipment imported outside official government agreements at a higher cost.<\/p>\n<p>Questions over the quality of that consignment, and claims it may have entered the market after being blended with existing reserves, have triggered widespread criticism.<\/p>\n<p>The government says it had cancelled the shipment and barred its sale, but investigations are ongoing following the arrest and resignation of senior energy officials. EPRA has clarified that the disputed fuel was not factored into the latest pricing.<\/p>\n<p>The price surge reflects a wider global energy shock linked to the conflict involving Iran, which has disrupted key supply routes, including the strategic Strait of Hormuz.<\/p>\n<p>Although a temporary ceasefire has raised hopes of easing tensions, shipments through the corridor remain limited.<\/p>\n<p>Across Africa, governments are introducing measures to cushion consumers, from tax cuts in Kenya and South Africa to energy rationing and sector prioritisation in countries such as Ethiopia and South Sudan.<\/p>\n<p>Kenya&#8217;s fuel pricing has been influenced by global oil market dynamics, particularly during periods of geopolitical tension. The recent surge in prices is linked to escalating conflicts that disrupt supply routes, notably the Strait of Hormuz, a critical passage for oil shipments. Historically, Kenya has faced challenges in balancing domestic fuel prices with international market fluctuations, often leading to public outcry and government interventions. The current situation reflects a broader trend across Africa, where various governments are implementing measures to mitigate the impact of rising fuel costs on consumers.<\/p>\n<p class=\"ap-article-footer-note\">Find more news and analyses on <span class=\"ap-highlight-country\">Kenya<\/span> on the <span class=\"ap-highlight-brand\">Africa Press<\/span> website<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>What You Need to Know Kenya has announced a significant increase in fuel prices, with diesel seeing its largest rise ever, despite a recent tax cut. The Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority raised diesel prices by 40 shillings to 206 shillings per litre, while petrol increased by 28 shillings. 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