Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) has announced a notable reduction in fuel prices, offering motorists across Kenya some relief after weeks of volatility in pump costs.
The revised prices follow adjustments linked to a reduction in Value Added Tax on petroleum products, which the National Treasury reviewed ahead of the April to May pricing cycle.
Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has reacted strongly to the announcement, linking the changes to broader concerns about taxation and cost of living pressures facing ordinary Kenyans.
In a statement shared on social platforms, Sifuna questioned the government’s tax policy approach and suggested that the relief at the pump does not erase earlier heavy increases experienced by consumers.
He further argued that the timing of the reductions raises questions about consistency in fiscal policy, especially in relation to the burden placed on households and transport operators.
In his remarks, Sifuna stated, “Zakayo amechukua 40 anadai kurudisha 1. Reject!” a comment that quickly gained traction online and sparked mixed reactions from the public.
Some Kenyans supported his sentiment, saying the fuel pricing cycle reflects unpredictable policy shifts that continue to strain household budgets and business operations.
Others, however, argued that the reduction still represents meaningful relief, pointing to the Ksh9.37 drop in petrol and Ksh10.21 drop in diesel as significant in the current economic environment.
According to EPRA, Super Petrol in Nairobi will now retail at Ksh197.60 per litre, Diesel at Ksh196.63, while Kerosene remains unchanged at Ksh152.78 for the current cycle.
In Mombasa, prices have also been adjusted downward, with Super Petrol at Ksh194.32 and Diesel at Ksh193.35, while kerosene holds steady at Ksh149.49 per litre.
Nakuru and Kisumu will also experience revised rates, with petrol and diesel prices differing slightly across the two regions under the updated pricing structure.
The latest fuel adjustments come amid heightened political scrutiny over taxation and living costs, with leaders expected to continue debating the impact of fiscal decisions on ordinary Kenyans.