Fuel levy in power bills jumps by biggest margin in five years

Energy Principal Secretary Joseph Njoroge. FILE PHOTO | NMG

The fuel cost levy in May electricity bills has jumped by the biggest margin in five years on reduced use of cheaper hydro-power following poor rains.

The dry weather forced Kenya to generate more electricity using diesel, setting the stage for a rise in electricity prices through the monthly adjusted fuel surcharge levy.

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