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Wandayi demands evidence over AI campaign linking ministry to tariff praise

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Wandayi demands evidence over AI campaign linking ministry to tariff praise

The CS was responding to findings contained in a report on coordinated inauthentic behaviour in Kenya. The report described an operation in which an unidentified actor allegedly used Claude, an artificial intelligence chatbot, to create batches of 50 posts that were made to look like genuine comments from ordinary Kenyans.

By Maureen Kinyanjui 12 Sep 2026

MPs revive plan to cut power purchase costs to lower electricity bills

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MPs revive plan to cut power purchase costs to lower electricity bills

According to the lawmakers, the policy should provide a clear path for buying electricity at the lowest possible cost while allowing regular reviews of power purchase agreements and encouraging competitive procurement of electricity generation.

By Maureen Kinyanjui 13 Jul 2026

KAM calls for lower manufacturing costs and electricity tariffs

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KAM calls for lower manufacturing costs and electricity tariffs

In an update on Monday, the association says addressing these challenges through targeted policy reforms will help unlock Kenya's manufacturing potential, attract investment and spur job creation.

By Chrispho Owuor 6 Jul 2026

Power consumers to pay more as EPRA revises June electricity charges

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Power consumers to pay more as EPRA revises June electricity charges

In Gazette Notice No. 9153 published on June 19, 2026, the regulator explained that the charges are based on fuel costs, exchange rate losses, and electricity generated and purchased across the national grid

By Chrispho Owuor 22 Jun 2026

Energy Ministry cuts electricity costs by Sh0.2685 per kWh from June 2026

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Energy Ministry cuts electricity costs by Sh0.2685 per kWh from June 2026

The ministry further announced plans for lower diesel prices in the next monthly fuel review, saying the move would support transport, agriculture, manufacturing, and other sectors that depend heavily on diesel-powered operations

By Chrispho Owuor 10 Jun 2026

Kenya Power Chair explains drivers of rising electricity bills

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Kenya Power Chair explains drivers of rising electricity bills

Kenya Power board chair Joy Mdivo explains why electricity bills are rising, citing sector reforms, grid expansion, system losses and illegal connections as consumers face higher costs and reliability concerns.

By Chrispho Owuor 7 Apr 2026

EPRA updates electricity tariffs, consumers to pay higher bills

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EPRA updates electricity tariffs, consumers to pay higher bills

The tariff adjustments, gazetted on Friday, February 13, come as part of the routine review process, but the changes carry tangible effects for consumers amid already high living expenses.

By Ann Nyambura 15 Feb 2026