Middle class earners will pay 54 per cent more in the new power billing structure released by Kenya Power.
Homes that consume 50kW of electricity per month will pay Ksh1,067, up from Ksh695. This is based on all the charges loaded on power bills, including 16 per cent VAT and adjustable costs (fuel, forex and inflation charges).
However, after Kenya Power removed the monthly standing charge of Ksh150, Kenyans who spend less than 10 units a month will pay less as well as the rich who spend more than 1500 units a month.
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A 10-unit user will part with Ksh169 a month, down from Ksh278. Those who consume 500 units a month will part with Ksh10,672, a three per cent drop.
Energy Regulatory Commission removed the Ksh150 fixed charge payable to Kenya Power for meter connection, saying it would do away with billing fluctuations.
Kenya Power has been pushing for higher rates, citing increased operating costs and the need for more funds to upgrade its network.
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