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Kenya on track to achieve universal electricity access by 2030 - report
Alfred Onyango  |  Feb 21, 2025

It projects that electrification growth will accelerate even further in the coming years, driven by increasing power demand, which is forecast to grow...

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.

Isiolo, Marsabit, Mandera among 12 counties to benefit from state’s Sh10bn electricity access deal
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Feb 19, 2025

Speaking during the contract signing, President Ruto said the initiative was part of Kenya's goal to achieve universal electricity access by 2030.

Eastleigh sees business boom as county tackles hawker congestion, garbage collection
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Feb 17, 2025

Business owners are hopeful that the improved conditions will create a better trading environment, free from congestion and sanitation issues.

I can't criticise Ruto while in government, Energy CS Wandayi tells ODM critics
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jan 26, 2025

He dismissed accusations of sycophancy, saying critics would eventually be judged by their actions.

Geothermal energy to become global investment frontier with Kenya leading the way – Report
Alfred Onyango  |  Jan 10, 2025

Kenya stands out as a major geothermal electricity producer, accounting for approximately 43 per cent of total geothermal electricity generation in th...

Government announces new strict measures on LPG refilling, licensing
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jan 03, 2025

The regulations follow a deadly gas explosion in February 2024 that claimed six lives and injured over 200 people.

Kenya's electricity demand reaches all-time high in October
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Dec 27, 2024

Kenya Power sold 934.54 million units of electricity, surpassing the previous record of 923.13 million units set in August 2024.

Energy costs to rise by 25% in a decade but prices to drop by 2050 on green transition
Alfred Onyango  |  Dec 26, 2024

This is according to the International Energy Agency’s (IEA) World Energy Outlook special report, which highlights that, over the coming decade, energ...

MPs support plan to install battery storage in solar and wind plants
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Dec 23, 2024

This measure is expected to reduce reliance on thermal plants, which are typically used when demand for electricity surges.

EPRA to start countrywide inspection of renewable energy sources
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Dec 17, 2024

As of now, geothermal contributes 26.37 per cent, solar photovoltaic systems (12.38 per cent), and wind energy (12.19 per cent) to the national grid.

US case against Gautam Adani appears strong but extradition unlikely, experts say
Reuters  |  Dec 16, 2024

The US Justice Department declined to comment on whether the United States had asked India to extradite Gautam Adani.

Relief for Kenyans as fuel prices drop ahead of festive season
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Dec 14, 2024

These new prices will remain in force for the next 30 days until January 14, 2025, when the next review will be done.

Kenya pushes for harmonised regulations ahead of 2025 power trade launch
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Dec 11, 2024

The trade, involving 13 member states of the Eastern Africa Power Pool (EAPP), will be conducted through a unified electricity trading platform.

MPs urge shift to Kenyan Shillings in power agreements to lower electricity costs
Lucy Mumbi  |  Dec 03, 2024

The committee’s recommendation comes as a response to concerns over the long-term cost burden imposed on the government and consumers by agreements in...

Countries to update green pledges by February 2025 as current ones fall short
Alfred Onyango  |  Nov 29, 2024

Kenya's latest 2020 update was classified among the most ambitious pledges and was submitted to the NDC Registry held by UNFCCC.

MPs push for an inquiry into approval of questionable power deals
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 28, 2024

The committee claims that one of the former Permanent Secretaries in the Energy Ministry fast-tracked the approval of the agreement, despite concerns...

Adani bribery allegations shine spotlight on India's clean energy puzzle
Reuters  |  Nov 28, 2024

India's states are unprepared for the rapid rise in renewable generating capacity, lack adequate transmission infrastructure and storage and would rat...

Governors call for clear guidelines on electricity and gas distribution
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 27, 2024

Governor Mohamud stressed the need for both clear roles and adequate funding to ensure that county governments can meet the energy needs of their popu...

TotalEnergies pauses business with Adani, says it was not aware of US investigation
Reuters  |  Nov 25, 2024

The French firm purchased its stake in Adani Green Energy in January 2021 - after the Indian company won what was then the world's largest solar order...

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