Kenyan households, businesses, and industries will continue paying current electricity rates after the Ministry of Energy and Petroleum withdrew an application seeking a review of retail power tariffs.

Speaking in a press briefing on Wednesday, June 3, 2026, at Kawi House in Nairobi, Energy Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi announced the decision, saying it was reached following extensive consultations within government and engagements with key stakeholders in the energy sector.

The tariff review application had been submitted by Kenya Power on March 31, 2026, on behalf of the energy sector. However, the government has now opted to halt the process, citing the need to balance the sustainability of the energy sector with the protection of consumers from increased 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.

The Cabinet Secretary noted that maintaining current electricity tariffs will help support economic growth, protect livelihoods, and create employment opportunities across the country.

Procedure of the Energy Act

Wandayi also clarified that any future review of electricity tariffs must strictly follow the procedures outlined in the Energy Act. These include the submission of an application, technical evaluation, stakeholder consultations, and public participation before any changes can be approved.

“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 explained.

Following the withdrawal of the application, the existing retail electricity tariff structure will remain in force until any lawful review is undertaken in accordance with the Energy Act and other regulatory requirements.

“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 stated.

The ministry assured consumers that the decision would not affect electricity supply or service delivery. According to Wandayi, Kenyans will continue to enjoy uninterrupted access to electricity under the current tariff framework.

“The withdrawal of the application does not in any way affect the continued delivery of electricity services,” he said.

The Ministry of Energy and Petroleum also thanked consumers, industry players, and members of the public who participated in the review process and submitted feedback.

Wandayi reaffirmed the government’s commitment to transparency, promising that Kenyans will continue receiving timely updates on policy and regulatory developments affecting the energy sector.