Fuel Prices Increase Across Egypt Starting March 10th
Geopolitical developments in the region have led to increased fuel prices across Egypt, affecting public transport fares.
Fuel prices in Egypt have increased, affecting gasoline, diesel, cooking gas and natural gas. The new prices came into effect at 3:00 AM on March 10th, according to government announcements, with officials citing regional geopolitical developments and rising global energy costs.
Under the new pricing structure, 95-octane gasoline rose from EGP 21 to EGP 24 per litre, while 92-octane gasoline increased from EGP 19.25 to EGP 22.25 per litre.
The price of 80-octane gasoline climbed from EGP 17.75 to EGP 20.75 per litre, and diesel rose from EGP 17.5 to EGP 20.5 per litre.
Cooking gas prices also increased, with a 12.5 kg cylinder rising from EGP 225 to EGP 275 and a 25 kg cylinder increasing from EGP 450 to EGP 550.
Natural gas for vehicles rose from EGP 10 to EGP 13 per cubic metre.
Officials linked the increases to regional circumstances that have pushed global oil prices higher, alongside disruptions in supply chains and increases in shipping and insurance costs. Authorities also referenced ongoing efforts to expand domestic oil and gas production to reduce reliance on imports.
The price changes have led to adjustments in transportation fares in Cairo. Authorities announced updated fares for minibuses, public buses, taxis and intercity transport services. Cairo Governor Ibrahim Saber said the revised fares were calculated based on route distance and the number of stops.
Taxi fares have also been adjusted, with short trips increasing by approximately EGP 1 and longer routes rising by an average of EGP 2 to EGP 3.
To prevent overcharging, new fare lists will be displayed at transport stations, and drivers are required to place stickers showing the approved fare and route. Authorities said inspections at fuel stations will increase, and residents can report violations through government hotlines at 114 and 15496.
Despite the increases in fuel and transport costs, Supply Minister Sherif Farouk confirmed that the price of subsidised bread will remain unchanged.
