Kenyans across multiple counties are set to experience prolonged electricity interruptions as Kenya Power rolls out scheduled maintenance works. The planned outages, expected to last up to nine hours in some areas, are part of ongoing efforts to upgrade infrastructure and improve power reliability.
Highlights
- Kenya Power has scheduled outages in 10 counties for maintenance.
- Power interruptions may last up to nine hours in some regions.
- Major areas affected include Nairobi, Mombasa, Nyeri, and Kilifi.
- Residents and businesses were advised to plan ahead.
- Works involve upgrading lines and replacing faulty infrastructure.
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Planned Maintenance Across Counties
Kenya Power has announced a series of scheduled electricity interruptions targeting at least ten counties. The move is aimed at improving service delivery through upgrades and replacement of aging or faulty power lines.
According to the utility provider, the maintenance exercise will lead to temporary outages, with some regions experiencing disruptions for most of the day.
Areas Set to Be Affected
Tharaka Nithi County
Residents in Kagutu and Kaanwa, including nearby markets, schools, and villages, will be without electricity from morning until late afternoon.
Laikipia County
A wide section covering Timau, Maritati, and surrounding markets, farms, and institutions will face day-long outages as maintenance teams work on the grid.
Nyeri County
Parts of Kirimara and nearby facilities, including hotels and water projects, are also on the outage schedule.
Vihiga County
Areas around Vihiga Law Courts and neighboring villages will experience interruptions throughout the day.
Uasin Gishu County
Selected schools and institutions in Mbacho, Musembe, and Mwivona will face shorter outages lasting about five hours.
Nairobi County
Customers in Gumba Estate and adjacent areas should prepare for a full-day blackout.
Murang’a County
Several markets, factories, and villages in Gatunguru, Kihoya, and Wanjerere will be affected.
Kilifi County
Tezo, Chumani, and Mtondia areas, including residential and commercial zones, are set for interruptions.
Kwale County
Diani’s busy commercial hubs, including shopping centres and resorts, will also be impacted.
Mombasa County
Key roads and businesses around Moi Avenue and Sauti ya Kenya Road will experience outages, affecting both commercial and social establishments.
Advisory to Residents
Kenya Power has urged customers in the affected areas to plan ahead by making necessary arrangements to minimize disruption to businesses and daily routines.
The company emphasized that the maintenance is necessary to ensure a more stable and reliable electricity supply in the long run.
