Commission to closely monitor Energy Fiji Limited spending

The Fijian Competition and Consumer Commission (FCCC) has promised strict oversight of Energy Fiji Limited (EFL) following the approval of new electricity tariffs, saying it will closely monitor how the power company spends the additional revenue.

FCCC chief executive officer Senikavika Jiuta said yesterday that the tariff approval came with clear conditions and strong accountability measures to protect consumers.

“Approval does not mean a free pass. EFL will be held accountable to ensure that every dollar approved under this tariff is used for its intended purpose,” she said.

Ms Jiuta said the FCCC would conduct biannual audits to track EFL’s capital and operational spending, ensuring infrastructure upgrades and maintenance works were delivered as promised.

“We will monitor EFL’s progress through regular audits to ensure that the investment plans tied to this tariff are actually carried out,” she said.

The new electricity tariffs are scheduled to take effect from January 1, 2026, and will remain in place for the next four years. FCCC said the oversight was critical to ensure consumers were not paying more without seeing improvements in service reliability and system resilience.

Ms Jiuta said the tariff decision was based on a detailed, evidence-based review that balanced consumer protection with the need to maintain Fiji’s electricity system.

“This decision was made carefully, with the best interests of Fijian households and businesses in mind,” she said.

In addition to audits, FCCC will roll out nationwide public awareness sessions to explain how the new tariff works and what consumers should expect.

The sessions will be held across the Central, Western and Northern divisions, giving the public an opportunity to ask questions and raise concerns directly with FCCC officials.

“Our responsibility does not end with approving tariffs. We are committed to transparency, accountability and ensuring that consumers see real value from this decision,” Ms Jiuta said.

FCCC said further details on the public sessions and monitoring updates would be shared through its website and social media platforms.