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How to get KPLC refunds for token overpayment?

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How to get KPLC refunds for token overpayment?

Kenya Power has over 4 million consumers on prepaid meters as the Company transitions to advanced technology that makes it easier for customers to purchase electricity. While buying tokens, if you make a blunder of overpayment, do not panic Kplc process the refunds in case of an overpayment. 

For example, you wanted to buy tokens worth 100 Ksh and instead buy tokens worth 1000 Ksh. You can get a full refund if you follow the below guide.

  1. Do not feed the tokens on the Meter. If you have exhausted the tokens, kindly do another transaction to avoid loading the overpaid tokens. 
  2.  Download a Token Refund/reversal form from the Kplc website   Click here to download 
  3. Filling the form and drop the form at the Kenya Power offices 
  4. The Technical team will call you and give instructions to feed the Meter. 
  5. Afterward, they will submit a report, and then the Refund will be processed to the Mpesa Number used.

How long will KPLC tokens refund take?

– It takes around seven working days to get the full Refund. 

 

Head office location: Stima Plaza, Parklands, Kolobot Road Postal address: P.O. Box 30099,

Nairobi Phone number 1: 020 95551 Phone number 2: 0703070707

Phone number 3: 0732170170

Official website: kplc.co.ke Email address: customercare@kplc.co.ke Twitter handle: @KenyaPower_Care Facebook handle: KenyaPowerLtd SMS code: 95551

How to Retrieve your KPLC Prepaid Meter Numbers?

 

How to check the 2022 KCSE results online ?

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How to check the 2022 KCSE results online?

The Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) examination results will be released by January 23, 2023, before schools reopen, according to Education Principal Secretary Dr. Belio Kipsang.

Below is a brief guide on how to check the KCSE results online.

Checking 2022 KCSE results online 

Open the KNEC website. And enter your index number to check your KCSE results online.

You only need to remember your index number and have access to your computer or mobile device to use this way to verify the results for 2022. The steps are as follows:

  • Check out the KNEC website https://www.knec-portal.ac.ke/
  • Locate and select the KCSE Results tab.
  • The year you took the exams should be chosen.
  • Lastly, press the “Submit” button.
  • After a moment, the results of your KCSE should appear on the screen.

To get the  KCSE results by SMS, send an SMS with your Index Number to 20076 for Safaricom, Airtel and Telcom networks. Send your full index number (11 digits) followed by KCSE to KNEC SMS Code 20076.

 

How to Apply for the New Digital Number Plate in Kenya?

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The New digital number plates in Kenya were launched in 2022 to curtail fraud cases such as vehicle theft and terrorism. They have a QR code, serial number, microchip, hologram, and Kenyan flag. As such, all vehicle owners are required to replace their old ones. The New Digital number plates will cost you Kshs. 3,000 and Kshs 1,500 for motorcycle owners. The steps for acquiring this number on a digital number plate go as follows. 

  1. Log into the TIMs portal.
  2. Click Vehicle Registration
  3. Go to Reflective Number Plate and click apply.
  4. The page will redirect you to your list of vehicles. 
  5. Pick the vehicle you want and verify the details before clicking next.
  6. Give your reasons for applying for the reflective number plate, otherwise known as the digital number plate.
  7. Choose your preferred method of notification, i.e. sms or email.
  8. Pick the type of front and back number plate, i.e. oblong or square.
  9. Select the collection office
  10. Upload a copy of the original logbook and an image of the number plate in pdf form on the Lost/Defaced number plate and Tape Lifting report section. However, you won’t need a Tape Lifting Report.
  11. Confirm the details and pay Kshs 3,050 via Mpesa.

Once done, wait for NTSA to notify you via SMS and email to collect your digital number plate so you can start enjoying the benefits listed. 

 

How to Apply For the 2023 Equity Bank Wings To Fly Scholarship?

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About Equity Bank Wings To Fly Scholarship

Students from poor backgrounds who have passed their KCPE exams can now proceed with their secondary education. This is all thanks to the Equity Wings to Fly scholarship program, which the Equity group and MasterCard foundation sponsor. If you need this program, submit your application through the Wings to Fly website using the following procedure.

  • Visit the official Wings to Fly website.
  • Register using your email and phone number.
  • An activation code will be sent to your phone. Use it to activate your account.
  • Once in, you must fill in all the required details, such as your academic info and evidence of need.
  • You also need to download and fill out the recommendation and declaration letters.
  1. KCPE Results Slip (official KNEC slip or signed & stamped paper from the school). For early bird applications, you will be allowed to complete the application form without KCPE marks and Result Slip until submission.
  2. Copy of Death Certificate (if father/mother deceased).
  3. Evidence of financial support (if they have received support in the past).
  4. Evidence of special needs (if they have indicated special needs).
  5. Copy of Pay Slip/ Bank Statement (if parents/guardians are employed/business).
  6. A signed declaration by Applicant and Parent/Guardian
  7. Filled out application and recommendation form by Head Teacher, Provincial Adm., Religious Leader, and any other.
  • Scan and upload the document back to the system.
  • Click save changes to complete the process.
  • The completion and submission of this form is not a guarantee for sponsorship.
  • Only shortlisted candidates will be invited for interviews.
  • Any false statements, omissions, or forged documents will lead to automatic disqualification.

 

If Wings to Fly accepts your application, you will enjoy benefits such as tuition fees for the four years in high school. They will also give you books, school uniforms, transportation, and pocket money.

Where to watch new year’s fireworks in Nairobi 2022?

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From twinkly shimmers of cascading light to spectacular booming explosions, New Year’s fireworks in Nairobi are among the most beautiful views cherished by both young and old.

Where to watch new year’s fireworks in Nairobi 2022? 

1. Old Mutual Towers – Fireworks Display 

As is now tradition, we have a delightful fireworks display at the Old Mutual Tower in Upper Hill Nairobi.

Find a safe vantage point in Nairobi with a good view of the Tower to enjoy the show.

2. The carnivore restaurant fireworks show

This 31st, as is tradition, We have a fantastic fireworks display at the turn of the clock🎇whole ox🐂, crocodile on spit and the best Dj and artist Line up @djadrian_kenya @wyredalovechild Dj John Rabar, @ethadeejay Dj Watii for the all-white jump off party 🕺💃

Admission 18+ only.

3. The Waterfront Karen Fireworks show

NEW YEAR’S EVE SPECTACULAR FIREWORKS DISPLAY to bring the new year in with a BANG.

Let’s get together and light up the night as we count down to 2023.

Doors open at 2 pm with lots of family fun, live music bitings and food from our eateries/vendors.

Date: 31st December 2022 from 2 pm onwards

4. Two Rivers Mall fireworks show 

Join us tomorrow and usher in the new year in style! Enjoy the ultimate Fireworks Show unlike anything you have ever seen before! Tell a friend to tell a friend and see you at the Riverfront!🎇🎇

Where to watch new year’s fireworks in Nairobi 2022?

How do I replace my lost national ID? – Kenya

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What happens if I lost my national ID?

if your identification card has been either lost or stolen, the very first thing you do is make a Report to the nearest police station.

If you require to replace your Kenyan Id you can visit The National Registration Bureau, which is in charge of the registration and issuance of ID cards in Kenya.

The bureau also provides an opportunity for Kenyans to replace lost or defaced IDs through the bureau offices, which are located within respective County Commissioners’ offices or chief’s camps.

 

How can I replace my lost National ID in Huduma Centre?

Huduma Centre also offers a replacement for lost National IDS. It takes about ten days to get this vital document. Take a look at the process below from start to finish.

  • Visit your nearest Huduma Centre.
  • If you have yet to apply for a police abstract from your local police station, you can still get one from the police desk at Huduma Centre.
  • Take the police abstract to the Identification desk.
  • You will be asked to pay Kshs.100 to process the new ID.
  • Fill out the replacement form correctly.
  • The helpdesk team will ask you for your passport photo and take your fingerprints.
  • You will be given a waiting card as your temporary identification document.
  • Once the ten days are over, return to Huduma Centre to pick up your new ID, and remember to carry the temporary card.

 

Please note that the above process is for lost IDs only. First-time applicants must visit the National Registration Bureau.

How to increase The hustler fund Loan limit ?

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Hustler Fund Loan is a Government fund that lets Kenyan Citizens borrow Money through their cell phones. The fund aims to provide financial empowerment and security to the people at the bottom of the pyramid.

The loan is charged an 8% interest and should be repaid in 14 days.

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How Much can one borrow?

A minimum of Kshs. 500/ and a Maximum of 50,000 =. Out of every Kshs 100 borrowed:

  • Kshs 95 will go into the borrower’s loan account
  • Kshs 3.95 will go to their pension account
  • Kshs 1.05 will go to their savings account

Key features of Hustler Fund Loan 

  • Low-interest rate (8%)
  • No collateral required
  • No CRB Listing
  • NO threats

How to know if you qualify for the Hustler Fund loan?

  • Must be a Kenyan citizen of 18 years of age and above
  • Must have a valid national Identification Card (ID)
  • Must have a registered mobile number from a recognized Mobile Network Operator in Kenya, i.e., either Airtel, Safaricom or Telkom, i.e., either Airtel, Safaricom or Telkom
  • Have a mobile money account, i.e., either Airtel Money/M-PESA/T-Kash
  • The SIM card in question can/ will only be eligible if it has been in use for more than 90 days.
  • Reside and conduct economic activities in Kenya.
  • Provide the Location of residence during the onboarding process (where applicable)

How to apply for the Hustler fund Loan?

Once registered and loan limits assigned, the customer is required to follow the application steps to access the loan:

  • Dial USSD code *USSD *254# or mobile application.
  • Select the loan request option to view the limit, interest, and loan tenure.
  • Enter the loan amount and press OK to continue
  • Confirm loan details as displayed to continue
  • Enter Mobile Money pin
  • Receive SMS notifications on Loan allocation with relevant loan information.

How to increase the hustler funds Limit?

The limit will be reviewed and adjusted based on the borrowing and repayment history of previous Hustler Fund loans taken.

 

 

How to apply for Uganda temporary Visa – Temporary Movement Permit

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Are you planning to visit Uganda? Below is what you need to acquire Uganda Temporary Visa (Temporary Movement Permit)

Temporary Movement Permits are recognized travel documents intended to ease the cross-border movement of border communities. Temporary Movement Permits (TMPs) may be obtained at our Port Bell Office in Luzira and all points of Entry and Exit in Uganda and apply to countries bordering Uganda.

Uganda temporary Visa Required Documents

  1. Two passport-size photographs taken against the white background
  2. National ID
  3. Payment of the prescribed fee
  4. Any other support documents for students or minors

Fees

  1. Pay a fee of UGX 10,000/= for Single-Use TMP valid for one month. Uganda currency conversion 
Contact the Directorate of Citizenship and Immigration Control For  more information

Address

Plot 65/67,

Old Port bell Road,

Kampala – Uganda

Phone

Toll Free: 0800199003

General Line: +256 417 346 100

Public Relations: +256 417 346 151, +256 417 346 147

Email

mail@immigration.go.ug

How do I contact Uganda Police hotline ?

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How do I contact the police hotline in Uganda?

In case of an Emergency while in Uganda kindly use the below contacts for the  – Uganda Police Force.

Emergency
999/112

UPF Headquarters
0414233814
0414250613

UPF Press Office
0414289791
0414289790
0800199899
0414288864

Counter Terrorism Unit
0800199699
0800199139
0800122291

Professional Standards Unit
Toll Free Lines
0800199199
0800199299
0800200019

CPS Kampala
0800122291

CID
0800199499

Uganda Fire Brigade
0421222
0714667752

Operations
0414256366

For Uganda Regional Police Headquarters and comprising Districts Visit the Uganda Police Website 

 

How to Reach the Kenya Police hotline In case of an Emergency

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If ever you find yourself in a serious, dangerous, or unexpected situation, you should always have an emergency number you can call. Fortunately, the Kenya Police has come up with a list of emergency hotline numbers for various police stations across Kenya. Here they are in alphabetical order. 

Kenya Police hotline  999, 112  or  911

  1. Adungosi Police Station 055-22419
  2. Ahero Police Station 057-821008
  3. Amagoro OCPD 055-54409
  4. Bahati Police Station 051-52299
  5. Bamburi Police Station 041-5485316
  6. Baricho Police Station 060-21732
  7. Baringo OCPD Office 053-22227
  8. Bondo OCPD’s Office 057-52009
  9. Bungoma Hotline 055-30555
  10. Bura Police Station 046-62229
  11. Buruburu 020-787404
  12. Buruburu 020-787038
  13. Buruburu OCPD 020-783584
  14. Buruburu Police Station 020-786878
  15. Busia Hotline 055-22133
  16. Butere OCPD Office 056-620222
  17. Butere Police Station 056-620004
  18. Capital Hill Post 020-2721692
  19. Central PPO Office 061-2030885
  20. Changamwe Police Station 041-433700
  21. Cherangani Police Station 054-30034
  22. Chuka Police Station 064-630002
  23. Diani Police Station 040-2229
  24. Eldoret Police Station 053-2032900
  25. Elementaita Police Post 050-2030026
  26. Embakasi OCPD 020-823200
  27. Embu Hotline 068-30100
  28. Funyula Police Station 055-63209
  29. Garbatulla Police Station 064-20682
  30. Garissa Hotline 046-2000
  31. Gatundu Police Station 067-74212
  32. Gigiri Police Station 020 521 353 or 0721 363999
  33. Gilgil Police Station 050-4228
  34. Githunguri Police Station 066-65009
  35. Gucha OCPD Office 058-30394
  36. Hardy Police Station 020-891225
  37. Hola Police Station 046-62004
  38. Homa Bay Hotline 059-22444
  39. Homabay OCPD Office 059-22258
  40. Igoji Police Post 064-22432
  41. Ijara OCPD Office 046-62006
  42. Ijara Police 046-62440
  43. Jamhuri Police Post 020-565621
  44. Jogoo Police Station 020-557766
  45. Jogoo Police Station 020-557632/557959
  46. Juja Police Station 067-52176
  47. Kabati Police Station 060-72223
  48. Kabete 020-632222
  49. Kahawa Sukari 067-812099
  50. Kakamega OCPD Office 056-31486
  51. Kinangop Police Station 065-35015
  52. Kandara Police Station 060-44419
  53. Kangema Police Station 060-322002
  54. Kangema Police Station 060-322032
  55. Kaptembwa Police Station 051-213228
  56. Kapsowar Police Station 053-361507
  57. Karatina Police Station 061-72222
  58. Karen Police Station 020-882538
  59. Kasarani Police Station 020-8563222
  60. Kasarani DCIO 020-8564335
  61. Kasarani OCPD 020-8560756
  62. Keiyo OCPD Office 053-42088
  63. Kenyatta Police Post 020-2724614
  64. Kericho OCPD Office 052- 30658
  65. Kericho POLICE Station 052- 20222
  66. Keroka Police Station 058-520064
  67. Kiambu Hotline 066-22111
  68. Kianyaga Police Station 060-751002
  69. Kibwezi Police Station 044-350002
  70. Kiganjo Police Station 062-86022
  71. Kigumo Police Station 060-44409
  72. Kijabe Police Station 066-64480
  73. Kikuyu Police Station 066-32022
  74. Kileleshwa 020-560533
  75. Kilgoris 058-5122009
  76. Kilifi OCPD Office 041-522368
  77. Kilimani D/OCPD 020-2728885
  78. Kilimani OCPD 020-2710392
  79. Kilimani Police Station 020-2721683
  80. Kilome Police Station 044-322280
  81. Kilome Police Station 044-322002
  82. Kimende Patrol Base 066-64014
  83. Kimilili Police Station 055-21018
  84. Kiminini Police Station 055-44044
  85. Kipipiri Police Station 065-72435
  86. Kipkabus OCPP 053-720464
  87. Kiriani Police Post 060-51096
  88. Kirinyaga OCPD Office 060-21266
  89. Kisumu OCPD’s Office 057-23594
  90. Kitale Hotline 054-30777
  91. Kitui OCPD Office 044-22055
  92. Kuria OCPD’s 057-52853
  93. Kwale OCPD Office 040-4075
  94. Kwhisero OCPP 056-620227
  95. Lamu OCPD Office 042-633120
  96. Lanet Police Station 051-850043
  97. Langata OCPD 020-603694
  98. Lari Police Station 066-74235
  99. Likoni Police Station 041-451222
  • Lolgorian Police Station 053-23237
  • Lolgorian Police Station 051-23237
  • Luanda Police Station 054-251087
  • Lugari OCPD Office 053-53333
  • Lugari OCPP 053-2031015
  • Lwala Police Station 057-520485
  • Madogo Police Station 046-2372
  • Magumu Police Post 065-32916
  • Makongeni 020-558277
  • Makueni Hotline044-33000
  • Makupa Police Station 041-491605
  • Malaba Police Station 055-54038
  • Malakisi Police Station 055-30507
  • Malindi Hotline 042-31555
  • Malindi OCPD Office 042-31348
  • Malindi Police Station 042-20486
  • Mandera OCPD Office 046-52003
  • Maragua Hotline 060-313339
  • Maragua OCPD Office 060-64026
  • Maragua Police Station 060-42002
  • Marakwet Hotline 053-361500
  • Marakwet OCPD Office 053-5122086
  • Mariakani Police Station 041-33004
  • Marigat Police Station 053-51007
  • Masalani 046-62013
  • Mathare 020-3764118
  • Mathare 020-3762698
  • Matunda Police Station 053-72172
  • Maua Police Station 064-21022
  • Mbaraki Depot 041-316168
  • Mbooni Police Station Mbooni 22
  • Menengai Police Station 051-343333
  • Meru Central Hotline 064-31222 or 0721 350028
  • Meru North OCPD Office 064-21127
  • Meru South OCPD Office 064-630017
  • Migwani Police Station 044-822464
  • Mikinduri Police Station Mikinduri88
  • Milangine Police Station Milangine 22
  • Modogashe Police Station 046-3054
  • Moi’s Bridge Police Station 054-72006
  • Molo OCPD Office 051-5122086
  • Mombasa Central Police Station 041-225501
  • Mombasa Headquaters 041-222121
  • Mombasa Urban OCPD Office 041-230706
  • Moyale Police Station 069-2014
  • Msambweni Police Station 040-52002
  • Mt Elgon OCPD Office 054-21843
  • Mtitu Andei Police Station 044-30507
  • Mukurwe-Ini Police Station 061-60028
  • Mumias Police Station 056-641010
  • Muranga Hotline 060-31188
  • Muthaiga Police Station 020-3762611
  • Mweiga Police Station 061-55002
  • Mwingi OCPD Office 044-822196
  • Mwingi Pabx 044-822032
  • Mwingi Police Station 044-822146
  • Nairobi Central OCPD 020-220117
  • Nairobi Central Police Station 020-225685 or 0721 337999
  • Nairobi Industrial Area 020-557284
  • Naivasha 050-2030025
  • Naivasha OCPD Office 050-2020288
  • Nakuru Hotline 051-2217417
  • Nakuru Hotline 051-40000
  • Nakuru Hotline 051-30666
  • Nakuru Police Station 051-2216597
  • Narok OCPD Office 050-22127
  • Narok Police Station 050-22201
  • Naromoru Police Station 061-62003
  • Nchiru Police Station 064-66409
  • Ndaragwa Police Station 065-32078
  • Ndaragwa Police Station 065-32280
  • Ngomongo 020-803340
  • Ngubi Patrol Base 066-41582
  • Njabini Police Station 065-32459
  • Njoro Police Station 051-61106
  • Nkubu Police Station 064-51002
  • Ntumu Police Station 064-22063
  • Nyahururu Police Station 065-22052
  • Nyahururu Police Station 065-22722
  • Nyali Police Station 041-477555
  • Nyamira Hotline 058-6144488
  • Nyamira OCPD 058-6144035
  • Nyamira Police Station 058-6144029
  • Nyandarua Hotline 065-32555
  • Nyando OCPD 057-821167
  • Nyeri Hotline 061-2030555
  • Ol Joro Orok Police Station 065-22919
  • Ol Kalou Police Station 065-72003
  • Othaya Police Station 061-52004
  • Oyugis Police Station 059-31035
  • Pangani Police Station 020-6760142 or 0721 355 999
  • Parklands Police Station 020-3742238 or 0721-364 999
  • Parkalnds Police Station 020-3746115
  • Port Victoria Police 055-63409
  • Rachuonyo Hotline 059-31200
  • Rachuonyo OCPD’s Office 059-31284
  • Rhamu Police Station 046-52454
  • Riruta Police Station 020-560921
  • Ruiru Police Station 067-54260
  • Runyenjes PoliceStation 068-62002
  • Rweno Police Post 066-60092
  • Saba Saba Police Post 060-42463
  • Sagana Police Station 060-46002
  • Salama Police Station 044-322469
  • Serem Police Station 054-41565
  • Sericho Police Station 064-3502
  • Shauri Moyo 020-652124
  • Shauri Moyo 020-652125
  • Siaya 057-321078
  • Siaya D/OCPD 057-321080
  • Siaya Hotline 057-321666
  • Siaya OCPD’s Office 057-321077
  • Solai Police Station 051-52492
  • Sololo Police Station Sololo 2
  • Spring Valley 020-4181245
  • Subukia Police Station 051-52024
  • Sultan Hamud Police Station 044-52001
  • Taita Taveta OCPD Office 043-30303
  • Taita Taveta Police Station 043-5352224
  • Tambach Police Station 053-42450
  • Tana OCPD Office 046-62083
  • Taru 040-2502
  • Taveta Police Station 043-5352222
  • Teso Hotline 055-54444
  • Thika Hotline 067-31000
  • Thika Police Station 067-31652
  • Thika Police Station 067-21074
  • Thindigua Patrol Base 066-513366
  • Tigania Police Station 064-66255
  • Tigoni Police Station 066-73222
  • Timau Police Station 064-41002
  • Tot Police Station 053-21069
  • Trans-Mara OCPD 053-2345
  • Turbo Police Station 053-53007
  • Ukwala Police Station 057-34409
  • Vihiga OCPD Office 054-51193
  • Voi Police Station 043-31220
  • Wajir OCPD Office 046-421505
  • Wajir Police Station 046-421196
  • Wanguru PoliceStation 060-48002
  • Watamu Police Station 042-32286
  • Webuye Police Station 055-41044
  • Wundanyi Police Station 043-42002
  • Yala Police Station 057-335235

Alternatively, you can dial the following at no cost.

  1. Police Emergency hotline – 911
  2. Safaricom Network – 112
  3. Safaricom Emergency Number – 0800 720002
  4. Kenya Red Cross Toll Free Hotline – 1199

 

The above numbers are open throughout the day. Make sure you have the number to your local police station on your phone.

Kenya Police Website 

 

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