On August 5, 2024, eight counties in Kenya will experience scheduled power interruptions due to maintenance and upgrades. These outages are essential for ensuring the continued reliability of the electrical infrastructure but can significantly impact daily activities. Here’s a detailed look at the affected areas and their scheduled outage times.
Nairobi Region: South C
Residents and businesses in South C will face power interruptions from 9:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. The affected areas include Oleshapara Ave, Uchumi Rd, Akilia Police, Boma Hotel, Red Cross Rd, Halai Estate, Heshima Estate, Ruby Estate, Belle View School, Five Star Estate, KIRDI, KAWI House, and Meon Estate. This extended outage will impact many key locations, including educational institutions and major organizations, so it’s advisable to prepare for a full day without electricity.
Bomet County
In Bomet, power will be cut from 9:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. The affected areas include Tare Water Works, Kimari T/Fact, Kapset T/Fact, Chemamal Tea, Tet T/Fact, Kipsigis Highlands T/Fact, Kapset Market, Kapkilaibei Market, Chebangang Market, and Kaptien. Residents should plan ahead, as this outage will affect water works and local markets, potentially disrupting daily activities and business operations.
Nandi County
The Mlango area of Nandi County will experience power outages from 10:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. This includes Mlango, Biribiret, Sangalo, Kaoboi, Sangalo Factory, Kaiboi, Kurgung, Chepterwai, Selia, Kamasai, Ndalat, Cheptil, and Chepkemel. The interruption will span the entire afternoon, so those in these areas should make arrangements for an alternate power source if needed.
Kakamega County
Residents of Musanda in Kakamega County will face a power cut from 9:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. The affected areas include Bungatsi, Musanda, Buriya, and Bumala. This will be a full day without power, affecting both residential and commercial activities. Residents should ensure all essential electronic devices are charged beforehand.
Homa Bay County
In Homa Bay, power interruptions will occur from 9:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M., affecting areas such as Ndhiru, Ohero, Omoche, Masakla, Kager, Oneo, Opinde, Kachar, Achego, Obuya, and God Puro. This outage will disrupt the daily routines of many residents and businesses, so preparations should be made to mitigate the inconvenience.
Embu County
The Kivwe, Kevote, and Ndatu areas of Embu will experience power interruptions from 8:30 A.M. to 4:30 P.M. This includes Gatunduri, Kanjikeru, Kivwe, Njakairi, Kithimu, Mwangaza, Makengi, Kevote, Ena, Limbua, Karingari, Rukira, and Ndatu. The timing covers both morning and afternoon, making it crucial for those in these areas to plan accordingly.
Kirinyaga County
In Kirinyaga, power outages are scheduled from 9:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. The affected areas include Wanguru Mosque, Mwea Boys Secondary School, Karira Mission & Hospital, Kasarani, Karira, Ndorome, Nguka, Mianya, Nyaikungu, Kangichiri, Mianya A & B, and Marura Village. This full-day outage will affect several key institutions, so it is important to prepare in advance.
Murang’a County
Finally, in Murang’a County, outages will occur from 9:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M., impacting Makuyu, Kirimiri, Ndithini, and surrounding areas. Affected locations include Kakuzi Limited, Kakuzi Park House, Makuyu Police, Don Bosco Mission, Punda Milia Market, and numerous others. Residents and businesses in these areas should ensure they are well-prepared for the extended outage period.
These planned power interruptions are crucial for maintaining the quality and reliability of electrical services. Affected individuals and businesses are encouraged to prepare in advance to minimize the impact of these outages on their daily routines and operations.
