Energy Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi has announced that the government will soon unveil a new electricity distribution blueprint to address rising cases of illegal power connections in densely populated residential areas.
Speaking during a breakfast show on Spice FM, Wandayi explained that the blueprint will introduce a bulk metering and billing system, allowing a single individual or entity to purchase electricity from Kenya Power and Light Company (KPLC) and then redistribute it to other consumers in a designated area. "This is in response to the illegal connections, especially in built-up areas and neighbourhoods with high population intensity.
We have had challenges controlling this menace due to security concerns," said Wandayi.
He added that the bulk billing system will help streamline electricity access in areas where enforcing direct KPLC connections has been problematic due to congestion and security risks.
