The Kurdistan Regional Government’s Ministry of Electricity says half of households covered by the Runaki Project received June electricity bills below 34,000 Iraqi dinars while receiving 24-hour power.
The ministry released June billing data on Thursday, August 13, 2026. It said most customers had a billing cycle of about 43 days.
Officials also said the project resolved many cases of “zero bills” during this cycle. Remaining cases will be addressed in future billing periods.
According to the ministry, 80% of households, especially low-income families, continue to pay less than they previously spent on private generators and national electricity combined.
More than 90% of customers already included in Runaki now receive electricity around the clock. June bills varied between provinces.
In Erbil, half of households paid less than 36,000 dinars for about 480 kilowatt-hours of electricity.
In Sulaymaniyah, half paid under 30,000 dinars for around 418 kilowatt-hours.
In Duhok, half paid less than 38,000 dinars after using about 516 kilowatt-hours.
Halabja recorded the lowest figure. Half of households paid below 27,000 dinars for around 368 kilowatt-hours.
The KRG has also introduced a 50% discount on old electricity debts from before the Runaki Project. The measure aims to help customers settle outstanding balances.
However, the Ministry of Electricity stressed that authorities will not extend the discount period.
Prime Minister Masrour Barzani launched the Runaki Project in November 2024.
The government aims to provide 24-hour electricity to every household and business across the Kurdistan Region by the end of 2026.
Officials say the program should reduce dependence on private generators, modernize billing and lower electricity costs for many families.
The ministry says June data shows that most participants are already benefiting from more reliable power and lower monthly expenses.
Officials say expanded coverage will continue as more neighborhoods join Runaki during coming months.
