Relief for Kenyans as Govt Withdraws Electricity Tariff Review
The announcement comes amid public concern over a potential rise in electricity costs following Kenya Power's proposal to review electricity tariffs...
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The Ministry of Energy and Petroleum has withdrawn Kenya Power's application for a retail electricity tariff review, effectively halting a proposed increase in electricity costs. The decision was announced on Wednesday, June 3.
- Kenya Power's proposed electricity tariff hike has been withdrawn.
- The decision was made by Energy and Petroleum Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi.
- This move aims to protect consumers and support economic growth by ensuring stable electricity costs.
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