In a move to enhance electricity accessibility and affordability, the Liberia Electricity Regulatory Commission (LERC) has officially upheld a revised electricity tariff of US$0.22 per kilowatt-hour (kWh) for customers served by Jungle Energy Power (JEP) in Nimba and Bong counties.
This decision represents a 12% reduction from the previous rate of US$0.25 per kWh, signaling a significant shift in the pricing structure within the region’s energy sector.
Atty. Kla-Edward Toomey II, Acting Chairman of the Board of Commissioners, announced the decision in Gompa City, emphasizing the importance of balancing consumer interests with JEP’s operational costs and the need for a reasonable return on investment. 
“This revised rate not only aims to alleviate the financial burden on consumers but also supports the sustainability of electricity services in the area,” Toomey said.
As part of the new tariff structure, LERC introduced a monthly fixed charge of US$1.50. This fee is intended to support network improvements and enhance service quality for customers in both counties.
In a move towards greater transparency, the Commission mandated the establishment of an escrow account, jointly managed with LERC, to oversee the allocation of these collected fixed charges. Additionally, JEP will be required to provide monthly reports detailing the fixed charge collections to ensure accountability.
The new tariffs will also include a significantly reduced connection charge for new customers, now set at US$40.00, down from the previous US$100.00. This initiative aims to encourage more residents to connect to JEP’s network by lowering the financial barriers to access electricity, with the charge designed to cover necessary materials for the connection.
The Commission’s recent decision nullifies provisional tariffs set for JEP in 2021 for Nimba County and 2023 for Bong County. The newly approved tariffs will take effect on March 20, 2025, and are scheduled to remain in place until March 19, 2028. The Multiyear Tariff Methodology adopted in May 2021 allows for minor tariff adjustments by either the service provider or the regulator during this period.
Responding to the announcement, JEP CEO Tomah S. Floyd, Sr. noted that the management is currently assessing the implications of the LERC’s decision and will publicly address the situation at an appropriate time. Floyd expressed JEP’s willingness to engage in dialogue with stakeholders to ensure a collaborative approach moving forward.
Bong County Development Officer Seidiki Kromah commended the reduction in tariffs, expressing hope that it would not hinder JEP’s service delivery. “This decision will positively impact the livelihoods of our residents by making electricity more affordable,” Kromah remarked.
Additionally, Deputy Minister for Energy at the Ministry of Mines and Energy, Charles Umehai, highlighted the government’s commitment to ensuring a reliable, efficient, and affordable electricity supply. He urged LERC to support JEP in expanding access to electricity, recognizing the company as a model for successful, locally-owned electricity distribution in Liberia.
This recent tariff adjustment comes after JEP filed a notice for reconsideration back in January 2025 regarding previous tariff structures, marking a significant turning point for energy consumers in Nimba and Bong counties.
