What is "kahramaa"

Kahramaa (Qatar General Electricity and Water Corporation), was established in July 2000 to regulate and maintain the supply of electricity and water for the population of Qatar. Since inception, Kahramaa has operated as an independent corporation on a commercial basis with a total capital of eight billion Qatari riyals. Kahramaa is the sole transmission and distribution system owner and operator for the electricity and water sector in Qatar.

Kahramaa's ownership is divided between the private and public sector. 42.74% of its shares are owned by the government, while 57.26% of its shares are owned by private sector entities.