Kenya plans to more than double the amount of electricity that the power producers can generate - a move that would see consumers pay dearly to support idle power. Read MoreThe State has also earmarked coal as among the sources of power that will enable the country to grow its power generating capacity and lower the cost of electricity. It noted that this would be essential in meeting the government’s goal of universal electricity access, which is expected to be met by end of 2022. It could see consumers paying for excess power generated, eroding the idea of bringing down the cost of power. Currently, Kenya has an installed electricity generating capacity of 2,819MW while peak demand stands at about 1,938MW, pointing to an excess capacity of about 30 per cent.

Source: Standard Digital January 26, 2021 21:00 UTC