Kenya’s local electricity generation has grown significantly over the past two decades.
Production increased from about 4 TWh in 2000 to over 11.8 TWh by 2021, nearly tripling during this period.
By 2022, Kenya generated approximately 12.7 TWh, with 39 per cent from geothermal, 26 per cent from hydro, 16 per cent from wind, and smaller shares from solar and thermal sources.
As of 2024, around 86–90 per cent of the country’s installed capacity comes from renewable energy, mainly geothermal, hydropower, wind, and solar.
Peak electricity demand has also risen, reaching over 2,300 MW in 2025, reflecting increased consumption by households, businesses, and industries.
