Fuel prices surge further as government subsidises diesel

Dar es Salaam. Fuel prices have risen sharply across Tanzania, with the government introducing a subsidy of Sh259 per litre on diesel in a bid to cushion consumers and protect key sectors of the economy.

Accordingto the Energy and Water Utilities Regulatory Authority (Ewura), prices which became effective today Wednesday, May 6, 2026,  show increases in petrol, diesel and kerosene, driven by global supply disruptions linked to geopolitical tensions in the Middle East.