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Adani Group Seeks Tariff Hike After Securing $736 Million Deal with KETRACO

Herald Aloo

Herald Aloo, a journalist based in Nairobi, covers Kenya's economy, focusing on banking, and energy.
  • Adani Energy Solutions aims to raise wheeling charges, increasing power costs in Kenya
  • The $736 million transmission line project faces inflation risks and public scrutiny

Nairobi, Kenya – Adani Group is seeking approval to raise electricity tariffs following the finalization of a $736 million (Ksh94.9 billion) deal with Kenya Electricity Transmission Company Limited (KETRACO) to construct, operate, and maintain high-voltage transmission lines.

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