No relief in power bills despite pounding rains, says Energy PS

Kenya Power technicians replace a transformer on the outskirts of Othaya town in Nyeri county, May 5, 2022. [Mose Sammy, Standard]

Kenyans will continue to grapple with high power costs despite the recent rains.

The Energy Ministry says the ongoing rains have only increased water levels at key hydroelectric dams marginally, and the country will continue, therefore, continue relying on the expensive thermal power plants to meet electricity demand.