Embakasi East Member of Parliament Babu Owino has raised an alarm over the recent increase in fuel prices, warning that the move will significantly raise the cost of living for Kenyans.

While addressing the media at Bunge Towers on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, the outspoken MP noted that the rising cost of fuel will have a direct ripple effect on essential commodities and services, making life more expensive for ordinary citizens.

“The increase in fuel prices will inevitably lead to a higher cost of living, as transport costs go up and businesses pass the burden to consumers,” he said.

He further warned that the hike in fuel prices will drive up the cost of electricity, given the reliance on fuel in power generation. This, he noted, will in turn affect the production of goods and services.

“Increasing fuel costs will push up electricity prices, which will negatively impact production. Manufacturers will incur higher costs, and this will be reflected in the prices of basic goods,” he added.

Owino cautioned that the skyrocketing cost of fuel could lead to increased inflation, reduced purchasing power, and economic strain on households already grappling with high living expenses.

He called on the government to take immediate action to address the rising fuel prices, warning that failure to act will continue to burden Kenyans and worsen the already high cost of living.

This comes amid times when Kenyans are expected to pay more for fuel starting April 15, 2026, after the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) announced an increase in the maximum retail prices of petroleum products.

Price review

In a press release on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, EPRA said the new prices will be in force from April 15 to May 14, 2026.

According to the regulator, the price of Super Petrol has increased by Ksh28.69 per litre, while Diesel has gone up by Ksh40.30 per litre.

However, the price of kerosene remains unchanged during the review period.

“In the period under review, the maximum allowed petroleum pump prices for Super Petrol and Diesel increased by KSHs.28.69/litre and KSHs.40.30/litre respectively, while the price of Kerosene remained unchanged,” EPRA noted.

Prices in Nairobi

In Nairobi, Super Petrol, Diesel and Kerosene will retail at Ksh 206.97, Ksh 206.84 and Ksh 152.78 effective midnight for the next 30 days.

In Mombasa, Super Petrol, Diesel and Kerosene will retail at Ksh203.69, Ksh203.56 and Ksh149.49 effective midnight for the next 30 days.