Energy Cabinet Secretary (CS) Opiyo Wandayi has announced that current electricity tariffs will remain in effect to protect households.
Speaking to the media on June 3, CS Wandayi said that the withdrawal safeguards livelihoods and provides relief to consumers amid concerns over the cost of electricity.
“The Ministry of Energy and Petroleum wishes to inform the public that following consultations within government and engagement with key stakeholders in the sector, the retail electricity tariff review application that was submitted on the 31st of March this year by KPLC on behalf of the sector has been withdrawn,” he said.
CS Wandayi said that the withdrawal of the application does not affect the continuity of electricity supply, noting that consumers and businesses will continue to receive uninterrupted service under the current tariff structure.
CS Wandayi Announces Current Electricity Tariffs Will Remain in Force
He also expressed appreciation for the views and participation of consumers, industry players and members of the public during the process, adding that the country will continue to receive updates on any future policy developments.
Additionally, the CS said that the decision reflects the need to maintain a sustainable energy sector while protecting livelihoods, businesses and industries from possible cost escalation.
He added that the move is intended to support economic growth, safeguard livelihoods and create jobs.
Further, the Wandayi clarified that under Section 11 and Section 65(3) and (7) of the Energy Act, any review of electricity tariffs must follow a defined legal and regulatory process, including public participation, submission of proposals to the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA), technical evaluation and stakeholder consultation.
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The Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) revised electricity costs, introducing additional charges linked to fuel, foreign exchange fluctuations and a water levy.
The adjustments, published in Gazette Notices No. 6002, 6003 and 6004, showed that EPRA applied three separate levies that collectively added about Sh4.7 per unit of electricity before taxes and other charges.
The biggest increase came from the fuel energy cost charge, which added Sh3.47 per kilowatt hour. EPRA said the adjustment reflected the actual cost of fuel used in electricity generation in March 2026.
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As a result, on May 24, the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) invited members of the public to participate in consultative forums on the proposed electricity sector retail tariff application for the 2026/27–2028/29 tariff control period. The electricity tarrifs
