Nairobi, Kenya – April 4, 2025
Renowned journalist and media personality Jeff Koinange has shocked Kenyans after revealing that he pays a staggering KSh 50,000 in electricity bills every month. The veteran TV anchor made the revelation during a discussion on the rising cost of living, fueling debate on the high cost of power in Kenya.
Electricity Costs Spark Debate
Speaking on his morning radio show, Koinange said that despite efforts to conserve energy, his monthly electricity bill remains unusually high.
“I pay KSh 50,000 per month for electricity. It’s crazy! And I don’t even have a factory—just a regular home,” he stated.
His comments come amid growing concerns over rising electricity tariffs, which have significantly increased the cost of living for many Kenyans. Households and businesses alike have been struggling with high power bills following recent tariff adjustments by Kenya Power.
Public Reaction and Cost of Living Crisis
Koinange’s revelation sparked mixed reactions among Kenyans, with many questioning how his bill could be so high. Others pointed out that many middle-class families are also struggling with power bills ranging from KSh 10,000 to KSh 20,000 per month.
Social media users weighed in on the debate, with some calling for better energy regulation and increased use of alternative energy sources like solar power to reduce reliance on the national grid.
One user tweeted: “If Jeff Koinange is paying KSh 50K for power, what about the ordinary Kenyan? No wonder we are suffering!”
Another wrote: “Time to switch to solar energy! Kenya Power is draining us dry.”
Kenya Power’s Response
Kenya Power has defended the rising electricity prices, citing increased fuel costs, forex fluctuations, and infrastructure maintenance as reasons for the high tariffs. The utility company has encouraged Kenyans to adopt energy-saving measures such as using LED bulbs, switching off unused appliances, and installing solar water heaters.
However, with ongoing concerns about billing errors and inefficiencies, calls for government intervention to lower power costs continue to grow.
A Wake-Up Call?
As Koinange’s statement fuels public discourse, the larger issue of electricity affordability in Kenya remains unresolved. Many households are now exploring solar and alternative energy solutions to cut costs.
With the government promising to expand access to renewable energy and lower tariffs in the long term, Kenyans are hopeful that relief from sky-high power bills could be on the horizon.
