2026 Roofing Material Prices in Kenya: What's Changed and Why

Steel roofing prices in Kenya are influenced by a mix of global commodity prices, exchange rates, and local demand. Here's what builders should know heading into the rest of 2026.

Key Price Drivers

Galvanized steel coil — the raw material for all roofing sheets — is priced in US dollars on international markets. This means the Kenya Shilling exchange rate has a direct effect on local mabati prices.

What This Means for You

If you're planning a large roofing project, locking in your order early can protect you from mid-project price increases. At Egesa Mabati, we also offer formal quotations valid for 14 days, giving you time to finalise your budget with price certainty.

Our Commitment

As a direct manufacturer with branches across Western and Nyanza Kenya, we cut out middleman markups — passing factory-direct pricing straight to our customers.