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In the review released on April 14, 2026, EPRA said the new pump prices will take effect from April 15, 2026, and remain in force until May 14, 2026, marking another adjustment in the cost of fuel that is likely to affect transport and overall living expenses.
Kenya’s NTSA has issued a rainy season road safety alert, warning of reduced visibility and slippery roads amid heavy rains and fog, and urging motorists and pedestrians to take extra precautions.
Northern and more remote areas, however, will continue to face higher fuel costs due to added transport expenses. For instance, Mandera will record petrol at Sh200.41, diesel at Sh188.72, and kerosene at Sh174.80.
The warning comes days after a crash on January 24 near the Lang’ata underpass, close to Wilson Airport and the Carnivore Restaurant. A fuel tanker heading to Kikuyu lost control after hitting a pavement, collided with a lorry, and toppled onto the road below.
The authority said the return to school period presents increased risks on the roads, particularly for children, and called for strict compliance with traffic regulations and vehicle safety requirements.
Authorities are imposing on-the-spot penalties for a variety of traffic offences, emphasizing that the crackdown aims to curb reckless driving and improve overall road safety. The move coincides with the Cabinet’s approval on December 16 of the rollout of second-generation smart driving licences.
The drivers’ lobby group said the behaviour captured in the clip reflected a worrying culture of impatience and carelessness on Kenyan roads, warning that such actions endangered not only the motorists involved but also innocent road users.
In a statement issued on Friday, Motorists Association of Kenya (MAK)condemned the proposed concession agreement, highlighting that it is unfair for motorists using the Northern Corridor to pay tolls while other major roads, including the Thika Superhighway and Kenol–Marua Road, remain toll-free.
The Association said the monthly reviews by the regulator have turned into a “circus” that keeps Kenyans unsettled and gradually conditions them to accept irregular and exploitative price hikes.