Kenya Power has announced planned power interruptions scheduled for Friday, February 14, 2025, in three counties Kisumu, Kakamega, and Nyamira. The power company stated that the outage is necessary for network maintenance, ensuring improved service delivery and system efficiency.
In a statement released on Thursday, Kenya Power confirmed that the interruptions would take place between 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM in Kisumu and Kakamega, while in Nyamira, power will be disrupted between 9:00 AM and 4:00 PM.
Affected Areas in Kisumu
Residents and businesses in parts of Kisumu will experience power interruptions throughout the day. The affected areas include:
- Kona Mbaya
- Magodu School
- Kona Legio
- Manyatta Market
- Koyango Market
- Adjacent customers
The planned maintenance aims to enhance the reliability of power supply by addressing technical issues within the grid.
Power Cuts in Kakamega
Several key institutions and residential areas in Kakamega will also experience outages from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. These areas include:
- Sigalagala Technical
- Bukuru Institute
- Mukumu Boys
- Mukumu Girls
- Mukumu Hospital
- Bushianyala Technical
- Adjacent customers
With these institutions heavily relying on electricity for their daily operations, the interruption might cause temporary inconveniences. However, Kenya Power reassured customers that the maintenance is crucial for long-term stability.
Scheduled Outage in Nyamira
Unlike Kisumu and Kakamega, power interruptions in Nyamira will last until 4:00 PM. The affected areas include:
- Ikonge
- Nyankono
- Erekenyo
- Obwari
- Nyamusi
- Gekendo
- Kebabe
- Yaya Centre
- Biego
- Nyaramba
- Adjacent customers
Kenya Power advises affected customers to make the necessary arrangements to minimize disruptions, particularly businesses and learning institutions.
Advisory to Customers
In its notice, Kenya Power urged customers in the affected regions to plan accordingly and take necessary precautions to avoid inconveniences. The company also reminded consumers to treat all electrical connections as live during the outage period to prevent accidents.
Kenya Power continues to carry out scheduled maintenance across different parts of the country to improve service reliability and prevent unplanned outages. The company has encouraged customers to stay updated through their official communication channels for any changes or further notifications regarding power interruptions.
For more information, customers can visit the Kenya Power website or reach out via the company’s customer service hotline.
