How much does electricity cost in Tanzania?

The price of electricity for households in Tanzania is 0.092 U.S. Dollar per kWh, and for businesses it is 0.095 U.S. Dollar per kWh (December 2022), including all components of the electricity bill such as the cost of power, distribution, and taxes.

How is electricity produced in Tanzania?

Tanzania’s electricity generation comes mostly from natural gas (48%), followed by hydro (31%), petrol (18%), solar (1%), and biofuels (1%).The traditional dependence on hydropower combined with the droughts that are affecting the country, often result in power supply shortages.

How much power does Tanzania have?

TANESCO owns most of the country’s transmission and distribution network, and more than half of its generating capacity. Currently, Tanzania’s total power installed capacity is 1,602 MW. From this total, 244 MW were added in the past four years. Installed Capacity: 1,602 MW