Rwanda has implemented a significant fuel price adjustment, with diesel increasing by Sh64 per litre following the latest determination by the Rwanda Utilities Regulatory Authority (RURA).
According to a statement issued on June 5, 2026, RURA established the maximum retail pump price for diesel at 2,927 Rwandan francs per litre (approximately Sh258.8), compared to the previous rate of about Sh194.7 per litre.
Petrol rates have similarly been adjusted, with the maximum retail price set at 2,938 Rwandan francs per litre (about Sh259.7).
These price modifications will be effective from June 6, 2026, at 6:00 a.m., as specified by the regulatory authority.
According to RURA, these adjustments correspond to developments in the global oil market and supply conditions affecting fuel importation and distribution.
The authority explained that international price fluctuations continue to influence domestic pricing throughout the region, requiring regular updates.
Despite the increase, RURA emphasized that government measures have helped shield consumers from more substantial cost increases.
“The adjustments reflect developments in international petroleum markets and supply conditions, while considering Government efforts to secure fuel supply and minimize impact on the economy and consumers,” as stated by RURA.
The authority indicated that state support mechanisms were utilized to temper the effects of global market variations, ensuring pump prices stay below levels that would result from purely market-driven conditions.
RURA further clarified that these interventions aim to stabilize the economy and reduce inflationary pressures on commodities and services heavily dependent on fuel.
“This support is designed to protect transport and freight services and mitigate broader economic consequences,” the authority stressed.
The government also affirmed that public transportation fares will remain unaffected by the fuel price revision.
It stated that ongoing support for transport operators is meant to absorb the higher fuel expenses and prevent immediate fare increases for commuters.
RURA Director General Rugigana Evariste noted in the statement that the regulator will continue observing regional and global petroleum market developments and implement suitable measures to ensure fair pricing and consistent fuel supply nationwide.
The recent adjustment occurs amid ongoing volatility in fuel prices across the region.
For example, in Kenya, drivers are currently paying Sh214.25 per litre of super petrol and Sh232.86 for diesel in Nairobi, according to the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA).
These rates will remain until the next evaluation on June 14, 2026.
Kenya has also seen recent fuel price variations, with diesel increasing by Sh46.29 per litre in the May 2026 adjustment before a subsequent decrease of Sh10.06 due to public reaction.
In this context, Rwanda’s Sh64 diesel increase highlights the regional effects of global oil market changes.