Kenya Power has announced planned power interruptions in parts of Uasin Gishu and Nyeri counties on Sunday, affecting numerous homes and businesses. In a statement posted on X (formerly Twitter), the utility company detailed the affected areas and the scheduled times for the outages.
Affected Areas and Timings
Uasin Gishu County
Residents in Murgor Hills, Tiret, Kaplemur, Kaptebee, and surrounding areas will experience power interruptions from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM.
Nyeri County
A larger portion of Nyeri County will be affected by an extended blackout from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The areas impacted include:
- Nyeri Town and Surrounding Areas: Kangemi, Asian Quarters, Witemere, Temple Road, Outspan Hospital, Golf Club, and Nyeri Polytechnic.
- Residential and Educational Institutions: Green Hills, Ngangarithi, Gitero, Kiandere, Wandumbi, Kagwathi, Kamakwa, Nyeri High School, and Kimathi University.
- Commercial and Industrial Locations: Coca-Cola depot, Highlands, King’ong’o Prison, Mt. Kenya Academy, Good Shepherd, and several farms and estates.
- Karatina and Its Environs: Karatina Town, Karindundu, Kiawariga, Ngorano, Tumutumu Hospital, Kiamariga, and Gatunganga.
- Mukurweini and Adjacent Areas: Mukurweini Town, Icamara Market, Thangathi Market, Mihuti, Ngamwa, and Mukurweini Technical Institute.
Impact and Advisory to Residents
The planned interruptions are part of Kenya Power’s routine maintenance aimed at improving the stability and efficiency of the power supply. Affected residents and businesses are advised to plan accordingly to minimize disruptions.
Kenya Power has urged customers to treat all electrical connections as live during the outage period. Businesses relying on electricity for daily operations, including hospitals, hotels, and factories, are encouraged to have alternative power sources.
For further inquiries, customers are advised to contact Kenya Power through its official communication channels.
This planned maintenance underscores Kenya Power’s commitment to ensuring a stable and reliable electricity supply across the country.
