Electricity demand in Kenya has reached a record high, with Kenya Power reporting a new peak of 2,362.28 megawatts recorded on Wednesday, July 23, 2025.
The new figure surpasses previous records of 2,325MW set on July 2 and 2,316MW recorded in February this year, reflecting a steady rise in consumption across the country.
Kenya Power CEO Joseph Siror attributed the increase to more homes and businesses being connected to the grid, as well as higher energy use during the ongoing cold season.
“The new peak demand is a testament to our commitment to drive national electricity access through various electrification projects,” Siror said.
“We expect the momentum to continue as we roll out more connectivity projects across the country.”
During the financial year ending June 30, 2025, Kenya Power connected over 401,000 new customers.
The growing number of users, combined with seasonal demand for heating, has placed additional pressure on the national grid.
Siror highlighted the company’s continued work on last-mile connectivity, aimed at linking households, commercial, and industrial consumers.
“We are at various stages of implementing last-mile projects across the country. As we onboard more customers, we anticipate demand will continue to rise,” he added.
To encourage wider electricity use, Kenya Power is investing in new technologies and cleaner energy solutions.
The company plans to install 45 electric vehicle charging stations across six counties during the current financial year.
It has also set up four e-cooking hubs in Nairobi, Mombasa, Nakuru, and Kisumu to promote modern electric cooking appliances.
Siror said the company is working with schools and hotels to drive adoption of these cleaner cooking solutions.
Kenya Power noted that the rising demand signals a growing reliance on the national grid and highlights the need for continued investment in infrastructure to meet the country’s electrification goals.
