Central Africa fuel prices

Fuel prices in Sao Tome and Principe

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

Updated Mar 5, 2026 · Latest available prices · Verify locally before purchase.

Generator cost estimate in Sao Tome and Principe

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 estimateSTN 9,516

$418.08 for comparison.

Fuel used312 litres/month

Assumes 1.5 litres per hour.

Price basisSTN 30.5/L

Use local pump prices for final decisions.

How to use these Sao Tome and Principe fuel prices

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

In this snapshot, Sao Tome and Principe petrol is 26% above the Central Africa average. Prices may still differ between Sao Tome, Trindade, rural stations, bulk suppliers, and border corridors.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the petrol price in Sao Tome and Principe?

The latest available AfroFuel snapshot shows petrol in Sao Tome and Principe at STN 30.5/L, with a USD comparison of $1.34/L. Prices can vary between Sao Tome, Trindade, highways, depots, and individual stations.

What is the diesel price in Sao Tome and Principe?

Diesel is shown at STN 28.5/L in the latest available snapshot. Use the USD comparison of $1.25/L only for cross-country comparison, not as a pump quote.

How much is LPG in Sao Tome and Principe?

LPG is listed at STN 38/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 Sao Tome and Principe?

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 STN 9,516, or $418.08 for comparison.

When were these Sao Tome and Principe fuel prices updated?

This country page uses the latest available AfroFuel row updated Mar 5, 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 Sao Tome and Principe with another African country?

Yes. Use the comparison tool to compare Sao Tome and Principe against nearby Central Africa markets or any other country in the AfroFuel table.