Kenya Power has allocated nearly Sh1 billion to upgrade and expand electricity infrastructure across 11 counties in Western Kenya, aiming to enhance connectivity and ensure a reliable power supply for homes, businesses, and industries.
The initiative covers Kisumu, Homabay, Migori, Kisii, Nyamira, Siaya, Vihiga, Busia, Kericho, Bomet, and Kakamega, targeting both ongoing and completed projects designed to improve energy stability in the region.
Kenya Power’s Managing Director & CEO Dr. (Eng.) Joseph Siror reaffirmed the company’s commitment to strengthening the electricity network while speaking at the Nyanza International Investment Conference in Kisumu.
“Our purpose is to supply adequate and reliable electricity to positively transform lives, as well as support trade and manufacturing, which play a crucial role in our country’s socio-economic development,” Siror stated.
“In this regard, we are investing close to Sh1 billion to construct additional power lines in the Western Kenya region. We believe that these projects will, in a great capacity, improve electricity reliability.”
Key Infrastructure Upgrades
According to Siror, one of the key completed projects is the Narok-Bomet 33kV double circuit link, an 85-kilometre power line constructed at a cost of Sh700 million to enhance electricity reliability in South Nyanza and Western Kenya.
Additionally, ongoing works on the Kibos-Miwani-Ahero and Kisian-Luanda 33kV links, valued at Sh189 million, are expected to increase power capacity in Kisumu South, Ahero, Miwani, Awasi, Katito, and parts of Vihiga and Siaya counties.
To further reinforce the electricity network, the Kenya Electricity Transmission Company (KETRACO) is advancing the construction of the Thurdibuoro-Ndhiwa 132kV line. Once operational, this transmission line will facilitate power evacuation from Sondu Miriu to South Nyanza and South Rift counties, easing strain on the overloaded Muhoroni-Chemosit 132kV line and introducing a redundancy system to prevent power outages.
Economic Impact and Future Outlook
This large-scale investment is expected to drive economic growth in the region, ensuring businesses, industries, and households have access to a more stable and reliable electricity supply. The improvements in power infrastructure will bolster industrial productivity, enhance business operations, and improve the overall quality of life for residents in Western Kenya.
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