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Originally published by The Standard BusinessDecember 28, 2025
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How high power tariffs keep manufacturers uncompetitive

Kenyan producers are paying double the price compared to those in other countries. Kippra report cites electricity costs as a major drag on exports...
✨ Key Highlights
Kenyan manufacturers face significant challenges due to high electricity costs, with a recent Economic Report revealing that they pay double the per-kilowatt-hour rate compared to major exporting nations like China.
- Kenyan industries pay twice as much per kilowatt-hour for electricity than larger exporting economies.
- The Kenya Economic Report highlighted the issue of uncompetitive power tariffs.
- High power tariffs contribute to Kenyan manufacturers being uncompetitive in the global market.
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