Kenyatta orders audit of thermal plants amid high cost of power

President Uhuru Kenyatta has threatened to end government contracts with some Independent Power Producers (IPPs) engaging in cartel-like behaviours for more profits while burdening consumers with higher bills.

“I believe there has been a lot of cloud around signing agreements with IPPs that has cost the country heavily,” the President said during an energy summit at State House, Nairobi.