Motorists in Ghana are facing higher fuel costs as Star Oil has increased the prices of petrol and diesel at its stations, effective Wednesday, September 16, 2026.
The latest adjustment sees petrol rise from GH¢15.17 to GH¢16.77 per litre, representing an increase of GH¢1.60. Diesel has also gone up from GH¢16.97 to GH¢17.77 per litre, an increase of GH¢0.80.
The increase comes as the second pricing window for September begins, with Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs) reviewing their pump prices in response to developments on the international petroleum market.
The National Petroleum Authority (NPA) has also raised the minimum price floors for petroleum products for the new pricing window. The new floor is GH¢16 per litre for petrol and GH¢16.77 per litre for diesel, while LPG has a minimum price of GH¢10.97 per kilogramme.
However, the NPA’s price floors do not necessarily represent the final prices consumers will pay at every fuel station. OMCs may charge higher prices based on factors including operating costs, supplier premiums and other margins permitted under Ghana’s petroleum pricing framework.
Industry reports indicate that the latest adjustments are being influenced by higher international crude oil and refined petroleum product prices, as well as pressure from developments in the global oil market.
The latest increase could have wider implications for motorists, transport operators, businesses and households, particularly if other OMCs follow with similar adjustments.
Higher fuel prices can also increase transportation and logistics costs, potentially putting additional pressure on the prices of goods and services.
As the new pricing window takes effect, motorists are expected to monitor pump prices closely as different OMCs determine their respective rates.
