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Kenya records steady growth in electricity generation — EPRA
Charity Pancras  |  Oct 13, 2025

EPRA attributes this growth to Kenya’s sustained investment in expanding and diversifying its energy sources to meet rising electricity demand.

MPs propose capping power purchase prices at Sh9/kWh to curb soaring bills
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 06, 2025

The MPs said the pricing cap is part of a broader plan aimed at cushioning Kenyans from expensive electricity while paving the way for lifting a morat...

MPs approve Bill aimed at lowering electricity costs in Kenya
Lucy Mumbi  |  Apr 15, 2025

According to the provisions of the Bill, eliminating excise duty on these parts is expected to attract more investment in the power sector, enabling K...

Ruto orders shutdown of diesel power plant in Lodwar as state signs Sh10 billion rural electrification deal
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Feb 19, 2025

The president noted that many rural areas remain without electricity, even as national access has grown from 29 per cent in 2013 to 75 per cent today.

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