Kenya Power has announced planned electricity interruptions across six counties on Tuesday as part of a scheduled maintenance exercise. The interruptions, set to occur at varied times between 8:00 am and 5:00 pm, are necessary for the company to conduct essential repairs on the grid. Here is a detailed breakdown of the affected areas and the scheduled times for power interruptions.
Nairobi County
In Nairobi, the power interruption will affect several areas from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. The specific locations include:
- General Mathenge Drive
- Eldama Ravine
- Mpaka Road
- Suswa Road
Customers in these areas are advised to prepare for power outages during these times as engineers work to improve the reliability and stability of the electricity supply.
Nakuru County
Nakuru County will also experience power interruptions from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, specifically affecting the following areas:
- Soilo
- Kabarak
Key institutions such as Kabarak University, Kabarnet Ravine Daily, Oloika Hotel, Rafiki, Rawhide, Summit Borehole, and adjacent customers are expected to be impacted. This interruption aims to allow engineers to perform grid maintenance and ensure the smooth operation of electrical infrastructure.
Kisumu County
Kisumu County will see interruptions at two different times, with power outages scheduled from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm in some areas and 8:00 am to 4:00 pm in others. The affected locations include:
- Kombewa: This will impact Obambo Concrete Firm and all nearby quarries, Holo market, Kombewa market, Kombewa hospital, KEMRI Kombewa, Wangarot market, Kolenyo market, Akado market, Riat market, Rata market, and adjacent customers.
- Ober Kamoth: Areas to be affected include Obambo market, Alabama, Galore hotel, Ngege Beach, Osiri, Ogal Beach, and all quarries connected to Ober Kamoth.
The interruptions in these areas are crucial for routine system upgrades and to address any current issues in the grid.
Kisii County
In Kisii County, a significant portion of Kisii town will be affected by power outages between 8:00 am and 4:00 pm. Key areas and institutions that will experience interruptions include:
- Ufanisi Hotel
- Storm Hotel
- Ram Hospital
- Kisii Central Police Station
- Kisii Huduma Center
- Kisii Teaching and Referral Hospital (KTRH)
- Kisii County Assembly
- Kisii Safaricom Office
- Kisii Blood Bank
- Serengeri Catholic Church
- Postbank
- KCB Bank
- Co-op Bank
- KRA Offices
- Family Bank Kisii Offices
These power interruptions are necessary to allow maintenance crews to work on the grid, ensuring a more reliable power supply in the future.
Murang’a County
In Murang’a County, power interruptions are scheduled from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, affecting the following areas:
- Thika Greens
- Delview
Specific locations include Githingiri, Thika Greens, Sunstar Hotel, Sun-Paper Ltd, Bellafam Ltd, Whitestone Ltd, Delview, Sailors Hotel, and KARLO. These outages are part of ongoing efforts to maintain and enhance the power distribution network.
Kiambu County
Kiambu County will experience power interruptions from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. The affected areas include:
- Kinoo 87
- Kinoo Market
- Part of Muthiga
- Gaitumbi
- Baraniki
These outages will enable Kenya Power to perform critical maintenance work, ensuring the stability and efficiency of the electricity supply in these areas.
Customer Advisory
Kenya Power has advised customers in the affected areas to plan accordingly for the scheduled power interruptions. The maintenance activities are essential for improving service delivery and minimizing the occurrence of unplanned outages in the future. Customers are encouraged to stay updated through Kenya Power’s official communication channels for any changes or updates regarding the scheduled maintenance activities.