Kenya Withdraws Kenya Power and Lighting Company's Tariff Review, Vows Stable Power Supply

The Ministry of Energy and Petroleum has withdrawn a retail electricity tariff review application submitted by Kenya Power and Lighting Company (KPLC) on March 31, the cabinet secretary said on Tuesday.

Energy Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi said the decision followed consultations within government and engagements with key energy-sector stakeholders. He described the move as aimed at protecting households, businesses and industries from potential price increases while supporting a sustainable power sector.

“This decision reflects the need to buttress a sustainable energy sector while protecting households, businesses, and industries from cost escalation. It aims to support economic growth, safeguard livelihoods and create jobs,” Wandayi said in a statement.

Wandayi reiterated that any tariff review must comply with the Energy Act, 2019 and go through the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA), including technical evaluations, stakeholder consultations and public participation before approval.

He said the withdrawal will not affect electricity delivery, and consumers should expect uninterrupted access under the current tariff structure. “The withdrawal of the application does not affect the continued delivery of electricity services,” the statement added.

The cabinet secretary thanked consumers, industry players and the public for their feedback and said the ministry will provide timely updates on policy and regulatory matters affecting the sector. He emphasised that current retail tariffs will remain in force unless lawfully reviewed under the Energy Act and relevant regulatory procedures.