Senate Committee on Energy chaired by Nyeri Senator Wahome Wamatinga met today to consider the progress of inquiry on high cost of electricity in Kenya. 

The committee has so far held meetings with seven Independent Power Producers (IPPs) and it is yet to meet Kenya Power. 

Kenya Power had excused itself due to the ongoing recruitment process of substantial CEO and Managing Director. 

Kenya Power has today announced the appointment of Dr. Joseph Sirior as substantive CEO to take over from the acting MD Eng. Muli.

The committee resolved to meet Kenya Power, Orrpower 4 and Gulf Power next week during recess. 

The Committee agreed to reschedule the meeting with Energy Cabinet Secretary Davies Chirchir that was postponed due to the gazettement of Idd-ul-fitr holiday that fell on the earlier scheduled date of 21st April, 2023.

Senators present were: 

Sen. William Kisang- Vice Chairperson 

Sen. Dr. Bonnie Khalwale 

Sen. Abass Sheikh Mohammed

Sen. Danson Mungatana