Kenya Power customers across the country continue to struggle with purchasing electricity tokens after a disruption hit multiple digital payment channels, including mobile money services and self-service platforms. The disruption has affected transactions through Safaricom’s M-Pesa, the *977# USSD service, and the Kenya Power mobile application, leaving users unable to complete prepaid electricity purchases. As
Kenya Power has announced power rationing in parts of the country after a decline in electricity supply from wind and solar plants, leading to disruptions for households and businesses. According to the company’s Managing Director, Joseph Siror, the shortages become more severe when wind power generation falls sharply. This is especially during evening peak hours
Kenya Power and Lighting Company has announced growth in income from the e-mobility sector, with electricity sales from electric vehicle (EV) charging reaching Ksh 382 million over 34 months. In a press release dated May 21, Kenya Power said the growth reflects a sharp increase in EV adoption across the country, supported by expanding infrastructure