Renowned Kenyan musician Willy Paul has ignited a heated conversation after demanding compensation from the Kenya Power and Lighting Company (KPLC) over damages he claims were caused by an unexpected power surge.
In a strongly worded statement shared online, the award-winning artist expressed his frustration, revealing that the surge destroyed a significant amount of his studio equipment, leading to substantial financial loss and disruption to his music production schedule.
“KPLC, you must pay!! all my equipment is no more… not just me, the whole estate has lost valuables!!KPLC, you must pay me!!!” Willy Paul said
According to his statement, residents in the whole estate have been affected.
The musician opened his studio in 2019 with the primary intention of creating a space where emerging artists could receive guidance, support, and professional production resources, aiming to help them grow their careers while also strengthening his influence and contribution to the Kenyan music scene.
The singer, known for his hits and vocal personality, has threatened legal action if KPLC does not compensate him for the losses incurred.
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His outcry has resonated with a section of his fans, sparking a fresh wave of criticism against KPLC’s service delivery and raising critical questions about accountability, infrastructure investment, and consumer protection.
KPLC has not responded to his claims.
What happens if Damage occur as a result of Power Surge
In cases where your equipment is damaged due to a power surge caused by Kenya Power, the company may investigate the incident upon receiving a formal complaint.
If it is determined that the surge was due to negligence or a fault on their part, the utility company could offer compensation or reimbursement for the repair or replacement of the damaged equipment.
However, this process often requires substantial proof, documentation, and can be subject to specific terms and conditions outlined in their service policies.
Example of Compensated People as a result of Power Surge
Kenya Power and Lighting Company (KPLC) has before paid damages as a result of power surges on multiple occasions, such as in February 2012 when the High Court ordered it to compensate Cimbria East Africa Ksh 119 million after a power surge caused a fire at its Nairobi workshop.
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Again, in March 2012, KPLC was held liable and ordered to pay Ksh 2 million to Kassim Mzee after a power surge destroyed his home in Mombasa.
More recently in 2019, the High Court awarded Ksh 2.1 million in damages to Ephraim Mwagafwa following extensive property damage caused by an electric fault in Taita-Taveta County.
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