EPRA: Quick, practical updates on fuel, power and regulation

EPRA (Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority) shapes the cost and supply of fuel and electricity many of us rely on. Want to know why pump prices change, how a tariff review affects your bills, or what new licences mean for energy projects? This tag brings all EPRA-related coverage together so you can stay informed without the jargon.

How EPRA decisions affect you

When EPRA tweaks fuel margins or approves a tariff, businesses feel it first — transport, farms, factories — and the cost often trickles down to consumers. If you run a small business, a sudden tariff rise can change your monthly budget. If you commute, a pump price increase changes your cost of living. EPRA also issues licences and enforces safety standards, so project delays or compliance notices can shift timelines for new power plants or petrol stations.

Here are the practical things to watch for after an EPRA announcement:

- Check effective dates: a price change announced today might apply next week. That affects planning and shopping decisions.

- Look at the breakdown: EPRA releases how much goes to taxes, margins and transport. That tells you what you can expect to change next time.

- Note sector signals: approvals for renewables or new refineries hint at long-term price pressure or energy supply shifts.

How we cover EPRA and what you can do

On Daily Africa Global News we collect EPRA press releases, expert reaction, and local impact stories. Expect short explainers that break down technical terms, quick timelines for policy changes, and clear takeaways for households and businesses. Our goal is to give you usable facts fast — not long legal text.

If you want to act on EPRA news, try this checklist:

- For households: compare pump prices in nearby towns, consider fuel-saving trips or carpooling when prices rise.

- For businesses: review fuel and power in your cost forecasts and check compliance deadlines for licences or reporting.

- For investors: watch EPRA notices on tariffs and licences — they can change project revenue and timelines.

Want updates? Follow this tag to get every EPRA story we publish. We also link to source documents so you can read the official notice if you need details. If a decision looks complex, read our explainer first — we break it into short points you can act on.

Have a tip or a question about a recent EPRA ruling? Send it to our newsroom and we’ll follow up. We aim to turn regulatory announcements into clear, practical news that helps you manage costs, plan projects, or simply understand why your bills changed.

EPRA Updates Fuel Prices for May & June 2024: What You Need to Know

EPRA Updates Fuel Prices for May & June 2024: What You Need to Know

Ryno Ellis
14 May 2024

The Energy & Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) has updated fuel prices in Kenya for May and June 2024. Super Petrol, Diesel, and Kerosene will see reductions in their retail prices. These changes have been influenced by global market conditions and adjusted taxes.