This archive report was first published on 4 May 2021.
On May 4, 2021, the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) announced new draft regulations aimed at strengthening its oversight roles in the energy sector.
The draft regulations seek to compel power suppliers to submit performance reports indicating the reliability and quality of supply, as well as quality of service, after the end of each month and financial year.
According to EPRA, the monthly report must be submitted not later than the fourteenth day of the succeeding month, while the yearly report must be submitted within 120 days of the end of the licensee's financial year.
Penalties will be imposed for defaults in supplying electrical energy to any consumer, with a delay in reporting accidents within 48 hours attracting a fine of Sh10,000 per day for the first 10 days.
Power suppliers risk between Sh5,000 to Sh20,000 per month for delay in the connection of service for paid-up consumers and failure to notify consumers for planned interruption 48 hours before notice attracts a fine of Sh10,000 per interruption.
EPRA has invited the public to share their views on the draft regulations, with a deadline of not later than May 14, 2021.
"The draft will assist in enhancing the reliability, quality of supply and quantity of service in the electric power sub-sector," said Daniel Kiptoo, acting Director-General of EPRA.
