Diesel sees a slight decrease as EWURA announces new fuel prices
DAR ES SALAAM: THE Energy and Water Utilities Regulatory Authority (EWURA) has announced new fuel prices that will take effect nationwide starting today, February 4, 2026. The new prices show a significant decrease in diesel prices for fuel received at the ports of Dar es Salaam, Tanga, and Mtwara.
According to a statement released by EWURA Director General, Dr James Andilile, the price of diesel per liter has decreased by 90 Tanzanian shillings in Dar es Salaam, 25/- in Tanga, and 24/- in Mtwara compared to the previous month.
In addition, kerosene prices have also declined. The price per liter has dropped by 17/- in Dar es Salaam, 14/- in Tanga, and 93/- in Mtwara.
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The new retail prices currently apply to diesel, petrol, and kerosene. These changes are part of EWURA’s efforts to regulate energy costs and ensure transparency and efficiency in the supply of petroleum products to the public.
EWURA has reminded fuel retailers of their obligation to issue sales receipts indicating the station name, date of sale, type of fuel, and price per liter. Retailers are also required to display price boards clearly visible to customers. The authority emphasized that failure to comply with these requirements constitutes a legal offense, and violators will face penalties in accordance with the law.
