This archive report was first published on 4 November 2021.
Kenya Power has embarked on a major restructuring effort, suspending 59 top officials in the Supply Chain Division as part of a broader effort to lower the cost of power.
According to a statement from the company, the decision was made in line with a recent presidential task force report that called for a review of power purchase agreements to reduce the high cost of power.
As part of the overhaul, the company has appointed a team to oversee the Supply Chain Division in an acting capacity, ensuring business continuity while a forensic audit is conducted.
Energy Cabinet Secretary Monica Juma has assured that the government is committed to implementing reforms outlined in the task force report, which aims to streamline and strengthen the energy sector.
President Uhuru Kenyatta has pledged to lower power costs before Christmas, with the goal of reducing the end-user tariff by 33% by December 25.
The task force report recommended a review of power purchase agreements to lower the cost of purchasing power from independent power producers, as well as reforms within the organization, including a forensic audit to identify areas of possible leakages.
