Business 15 April 2026 Daily Monitor (Uganda)
Uganda Leads East Africa with Lowest Fuel Prices as Nairobi Sees Sharp Rise
Uganda currently offers the cheapest petrol and diesel prices across East Africa, boosted by Kenya's recent fuel price hike where diesel increased by 40 shillings per litre. Source: https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/uganda-has-cheapest-pump-prices-in-east-africa-as-nairobi-hits-regional-high-5424282
Uganda has emerged as the East African nation with the most affordable pump prices for fuel, contrasting sharply with rising costs elsewhere in the region.
This development follows Kenya’s announcement of higher fuel prices, including a 40-shilling per litre jump in diesel costs. Nairobi now holds the unwelcome position of having the highest prices regionally.
The shift underscores Uganda’s competitive edge in fuel affordability amid fluctuating regional markets.