Kenya Power and Lighting Company (KPLC) has announced planned power outages scheduled for today, May 5, 2025, affecting specific regions across the country. The utility firm says the maintenance exercise is part of efforts to enhance electricity supply reliability and improve infrastructure efficiency.
In the North Rift region, residents of Chebarbar in Nandi County will experience an outage from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The interruption will affect Chebarbar and its surrounding areas as engineers carry out essential network maintenance.
In the South Nyanza region, parts of Nyamira County will also face a blackout from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Affected areas include Kebirigo, Kenyenya, and Sang’anyi, encompassing key locations such as Kebirigo Factory, Kebirigo Boys, Mokomoni Market, Bonyunyu, Sang’anyi Factory, Nyaramba Market, Kiabonyoru, Isinta Market, Nyagokiani Secondary School, and Enkinda.
Meanwhile, in the Coast region, parts of Changamwe in Mombasa County will be without power between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Areas to be affected include Pamba Road, Miracle Park, MICD, Kenya Railways, Cosole Base, Ligna, Total Depot, KMC, Uganda Properties, Kensalt, Bahati Estate, Changamwe Police, VTTI, Bangladesh, and KTDA.
Kenya Power has urged residents and businesses in these regions to plan accordingly, noting that such scheduled interruptions are critical for long-term service improvements.
Why Power Interruptions Are Necessary
According to KPLC, planned and unplanned outages are essential components of power system management. Scheduled outages facilitate critical activities such as grid upgrades, infrastructure maintenance, and integration of new connections. These interventions are necessary to ensure a more reliable and efficient electricity supply.
Additionally, road construction or other major public works may require temporary line relocations or adjustments, necessitating prior notice and temporary blackouts.
Unplanned outages, however, can occur due to unexpected faults, equipment failures, or vandalism. In such cases, Kenya Power must respond promptly to carry out emergency repairs and restore supply.
The company remains committed to informing customers in advance and minimizing inconvenience during such essential operations.
