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Part of EPRA is mandated to regulate the energy sector in Kenya, while global oil prices are influenced by US diplomacy and Iran tensions.

How could the regulated fuel price increase affect Mombasa's logistics sector?

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Mombasa logistics costs may rise due to sharp fuel price increases The Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) announced sharp increases in maximum retail fuel prices on October 14, 2026. These new rates, which took effect for the October 15 to November 14 pricing cycle, included a rise of Ksh9.90 for diesel and Ksh28.49 for kerosene per litre. For Mombasa, the new maximum retail prices were set at Ksh224.61 for diesel and Ksh216.71 for kerosene. These higher fuel costs directly increase the operational expenses for transport and logistics companies operating in Mombasa, potentially feeding into higher costs for goods and services.

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  • EPRA raised the price of diesel by Sh9.90 and kerosene by Sh28.49 in its latest monthly review.the-star.co.ke
  • In Mombasa, the new maximum retail prices were Ksh224.61 for diesel and Ksh216.71 for kerosene.kenya-today.com
  • The new rates take effect from October 15 to November 14, 2026.the-star.co.ke

Why it matters

Mombasa is a critical logistics and transport hub for Kenya, handling significant volumes of trade. Any increase in the cost of fuel directly translates into higher operational expenses for trucking, shipping, and warehousing, which are essential components of the city's economy.

This price adjustment comes amid continued public scrutiny of fuel costs and their impact on the cost of living in Kenya. The volatility of petroleum prices underscores Kenya's vulnerability to external oil-market shocks, as the country imports its petroleum requirements in refined form.

What we don't know yet

  • How will logistics companies in Mombasa pass these increased fuel costs onto consumers?
  • Will the reduced VAT rate provide sufficient cushioning against the rise in international crude benchmarks?

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Global crude prices stabilize or decline significantlyEPRA may be able to moderate future price increases, easing the cost pressure on Mombasa's transport sector.
The government extends the reduced VAT rate for a longer periodThe net increase in the final pump price, and thus the operational cost for Mombasa, could be mitigated.

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