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State mulls costly thermal power as Kenyans face worsening blackouts

Energy Principal Secretary Alex Wachira revealed the power grid is operating with dangerously low spinning reserves.

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by MOSES OGADA

News16 May 2025 - 04:56
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The government is considering drastic measures to ease Kenya’s power crisis, including resorting to the costly thermal generators. The nation experiences rolling blackouts due to a shortage of electricity.

Energy Principal Secretary Alex Wachira revealed the power grid is operating with dangerously low spinning reserves.

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