kenya power coast region Stories

KPLC to pay Sh3.2 million to family of woman electrocuted in Mombasa
Joseph Ndunda  |  Oct 03, 2024

Kwekwe stepped in a puddle of water with high-tension electricity on January 15, 2020, while walking home from her farm.

Kiunga residents in Lamu decry prolonged power outages
Farhiya Hussein  |  Jul 21, 2024

The impact on healthcare services has been particularly severe, with hospitals struggling to provide critical care.

Eastleigh embraces vibrant Ramadan culture with adjusted routines
Hanifa Adan  |  Mar 27, 2024

During the Holy month, many restaurants alter their operating hours to cater to the fasting schedule of their customers in Eastleigh.

Kenya Power launches Coast region crackdown to curb vandalism, illegal connections
Mishi Gongo  |  Mar 26, 2024

The move is aimed at limiting blackouts and the losses the illegal activities have caused the company over the years. 

Kwale locals want KPLC to prioritise resolving blackouts over e-cooking promotions
Mishi Gongo  |  Mar 25, 2024

KPLC is seeking to promote the adoption of e-cooking among its close to 10 million customers (households), but many Kenyans view electricity use as an...

Coast traders hope for Ramadan sales boom despite economic challenges
Mishi Gongo  |  Mar 11, 2024

Food traders in particular, both physical and online, are expecting a surge in demand for traditional Ramadan delicacies and essential ingredients.

Coastal Region DCI boss recalled in anti-drug efforts
Farhiya Hussein  |  Mar 01, 2024

Ali Bule Samatar will be replaced by former Kisii County Criminal Investigations Officer (CCIO) Adan Guyo.

Fly Dubai makes inaugural direct flight to Mombasa, a boost to tourism
Farhiya Hussein  |  Jan 17, 2024

Excitement ripples through the Coast region of Kenya as the government's "open skies policy" welcomes new international airlines, raising hopes for a...

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