East Africa fuel prices

Fuel prices in Rwanda

Check the latest available petrol, diesel, and LPG snapshot for Rwanda in RWF. Use this page to plan generator spend, compare Rwanda with other African countries, and sanity-check transport or household fuel budgets.

Updated Mar 1, 2026 · Latest available prices · Verify locally before purchase.

Generator cost estimate in Rwanda

A 5 KVA petrol generator running 8 hours per day for 26 days per month uses about 312 litres monthly in this simple planning model.

Monthly estimateRWF 514,800

$374.40 for comparison.

Fuel used312 litres/month

Assumes 1.5 litres per hour.

Price basisRWF 1,650/L

Use local pump prices for final decisions.

How to use these Rwanda fuel prices

AfroFuel shows Rwanda prices in local currency first because households, drivers, shops, and procurement teams usually pay locally. The USD values are secondary comparison figures for checking Rwanda against the wider African table.

In this snapshot, Rwanda petrol is 14% below the East Africa average. Prices may still differ between Kigali, Musanze, rural stations, bulk suppliers, and border corridors.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the petrol price in Rwanda?

The latest available AfroFuel snapshot shows petrol in Rwanda at RWF 1,650/L, with a USD comparison of $1.20/L. Prices can vary between Kigali, Musanze, highways, depots, and individual stations.

What is the diesel price in Rwanda?

Diesel is shown at RWF 1,680/L in the latest available snapshot. Use the USD comparison of $1.22/L only for cross-country comparison, not as a pump quote.

How much is LPG in Rwanda?

LPG is listed at RWF 2,100/kg in the snapshot. AfroFuel displays LPG per kilogram so households and small businesses can compare cylinder refill costs more easily.

How much does a 5 KVA generator cost to run in Rwanda?

Using a simple 5 KVA estimate of 1.5 litres per hour for 8 hours per day and 26 days per month, monthly petrol spend is about RWF 514,800, or $374.40 for comparison.

When were these Rwanda fuel prices updated?

This country page uses the latest available AfroFuel row updated Mar 1, 2026. Treat it as a planning estimate and verify the local pump, depot, or supplier price before buying fuel or quoting transport.

Can I compare Rwanda with another African country?

Yes. Use the comparison tool to compare Rwanda against nearby East Africa markets or any other country in the AfroFuel table.