Several African countries continue to rank among those with the lowest electricity tariffs globally, largely due to government subsidies, regulated pricing regimes, and access to low-cost energy sources such as hydropower and natural gas.
However, electricity prices across the continent vary significantly, reflecting differences in generation capacity, fuel mix, infrastructure quality, and national energy policies.
According to data from Global Petrol Prices, last updated in the fourth quarter (Q4) of 2025, Ethiopia recorded the lowest electricity prices in Africa for both households and businesses.