Hard truths.
Mbadi pointed to ongoing interventions aimed at shielding households from fuel-related shocks, including stabilisation measures introduced in April 2026.
Tana River Senator Danson Mungatana questioned the authority on the nine taxes and levies charged on petroleum products, seeking clarity on which of them could be removed to make fuel more affordable.
Nyoro further questioned the impact of previous tax changes, especially adjustments on Value Added Tax, saying they have not translated into lower pump prices.
The Bill was sponsored by National Assembly Majority Leader Kimani Ichung’wah, acting on a request from the Executive to ease the burden on consumers. Lawmakers moved it through all stages within a single day,...
Following the review, EPRA announced that Super Petrol in Nairobi will now retail at Sh197,60 per litre, while Diesel will go for Sh196.63 per litre. The changes reflect reductions of Sh9.37 per litre for Super...
Since December, over 500 fuel outlets have been integrated into the system, allowing real-time monitoring of sales and transactions.
The reduction comes after careful calculations by the regulator and will take effect from Sunday, February 15, running through to March 14.
