How fuel protests triggered freeze in electricity tariffs hike

Author: John MutuaPublished on: June 3, 2026Country: Kenya

Business & Economy

How fuel protests triggered freeze in electricity tariffs hike

Kenya has frozen a planned increase in electricity prices from July 1 amid fears of sparking protests ahead of elections. Energy Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi announced that Kenya Power had withdrawn its application for new tariffs. The move comes as a rise in fuel prices linked to the Iran war has sparked deadly protests, forcing the state to cut diesel prices. The freeze derails Kenya Power's quest for extra revenues to upgrade the electricity network.

Stay informed with NewsBoulevard

Get the latest news summaries delivered to your inbox

Related News

The flower horse that stopped visitors, and told a bigger story - Business Daily

Business & EconomyKenya

Sammy Waweru•39m ago

The flower horse that stopped visitors, and told a bigger story - Business Daily

A life-sized horse sculpture made of flowers captivated visitors at IFTEX in Nairobi. Built by Kenyan exporter Ole Engai Growers, it was crafted from gypsophila and other blooms to celebrate the Chinese Lunar Year of the Horse. The family-run business, operating on 29 hectares in Eldoret, exports premium cut flowers and won a Silver Award for Design Excellence.

ASER–AEE Power EPC Case: Babacar Ba Takes Financial Justice on a 37 Billion FCFA File

Crime & LawBusiness & EconomySenegal

senenews.com•2h ago

ASER–AEE Power EPC Case: Babacar Ba Takes Financial Justice on a 37 Billion FCFA File

Babacar Ba, a member of the Forum du Justiciable, has contacted the financial prosecutor of the Dakar financial judicial pool via an open letter regarding the ASER–AEE Power EPC rural electrification project valued at 37 billion FCFA. The project, intended to improve electricity access in rural areas, is subject to suspicions of mismanagement and financial blockages. Ba demands transparency and accountability on this contractual dispute.

Senegal: Senelec Announces Temporary Power Grid Disruptions During Period of High Demand

Business & EconomySenegal

senenews.com•3h ago

Senegal: Senelec Announces Temporary Power Grid Disruptions During Period of High Demand

Senegal's national electricity company Senelec announced on June 3, 2026 temporary disruptions to the power grid due to exceptional operational constraints, including the unavailability of some production units. The disruptions come amid high demand due to heat and scheduled maintenance at the Karpowership (KPS) plant. The company assures that its technical teams are mobilized to restore service quickly and thanks customers for their understanding.

Stay Updated with NewsBoulevard

Subscribe to our newsletter for the latest news summaries delivered to your inbox

Learn more