Kenya’s Electricity Demand Rises Sharply, Kenya Power Reports

• Feb 17, 2025

Kenya Power has reported a significant increase in electricity consumption, with peak demand growing rapidly over the past eight months. According to Kenya Power Managing Director Joseph Siror, the country’s electricity demand has been rising at an accelerated pace compared to previous years.

Siror noted that in the past, it took nearly two years for peak electricity demand to increase by 200 megawatts (MW). However, since June last year, demand has grown by over 116 MW, averaging an increase of 14.5 MW per month. This marks a much faster rate of growth compared to previous trends.

The rising demand has led to multiple new peak records in the country’s power consumption. Kenya Power recorded seven new peaks last year, with the highest demand reaching 2,288 MW in December. By January this year, the peak demand had climbed further to 2,304 MW, continuing the upward trend.

The increase in electricity consumption indicates a growing need for power, likely driven by economic activities, industrial expansion, and population growth. As demand continues to rise, Kenya Power will need to ensure the electricity supply remains stable and sufficient to meet the country’s needs.

The company has not yet disclosed whether additional power generation measures will be implemented to accommodate the rising demand. However, the trend suggests that energy planning and infrastructure development will be crucial in sustaining Kenya’s electricity supply in the coming months.

Kenya Power’s report highlights the importance of continuous investment in power generation and distribution to keep up with growing consumption. The increasing demand may prompt discussions on expanding renewable energy sources and improving grid efficiency to ensure a reliable power supply across the country.