Energy and Petroleum Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi, Petroleum Principal Secretary Alex Wachira and other officials during a press briefing on the electricity tariff review at KAWI Complex, Nairobi, on June 3, 2026/LEAH MUKANGAI
The Ministry of Energy and Petroleum has withdrawn an application seeking a review of retail electricity tariffs, meaning consumers will continue paying current power rates.
Energy Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi announced the decision, saying it followed consultations within government and engagement with key stakeholders in the energy sector.
The application had been submitted by Kenya Power on March 31 on behalf of the sector.
According to the ministry, the move was informed by the need to maintain a sustainable energy sector while shielding consumers from higher electricity costs.
“This decision reflects the need to portray a sustainable energy sector while protecting households, businesses, and industries from possible cost escalation,” Wandayi said.
He said the decision is intended to support economic growth, safeguard livelihoods and create jobs.
The ministry also clarified that any review of electricity tariffs must follow procedures outlined in the Energy Act before changes can be approved.
Wandayi said the law requires the submission of an application, technical evaluation, stakeholder consultations and public participation before any tariff adjustment can be considered.
“This includes, first and foremost, the submission of an application for the review, technical evaluation, stakeholder consultations, and public participation before any tariff adjustment can be considered or approved,” he said.
Following the withdrawal of the application, the current retail electricity tariffs will remain in force.
The ministry stated that the existing tariff structure will continue to apply unless it is lawfully reviewed in accordance with the Energy Act and other applicable procedures.
“Following the withdrawal of the application, the current retail electricity tariffs shall remain in force and unchanged unless otherwise lawfully reviewed in accordance with the Energy Act and applicable procedures,” Wandayi said.
The ministry further assured consumers that the decision would not affect electricity supply or service delivery.
“The withdrawal of the application does not in any way affect the continued delivery of electricity services,” the Cabinet Secretary said.
He added that consumers and businesses across the country should continue to enjoy uninterrupted access to electricity under the current tariff structure.
The ministry thanked consumers, industry players and members of the public for participating in the process and providing feedback.
Wandayi said the government remains committed to keeping Kenyans informed on developments affecting the energy sector.
“Now, Kenyans will continue to receive timely updates on any policy or regulatory developments affecting the energy sector generally,” he said.
