Kenya Power and Lighting Company (KPLC) has announced scheduled power interruptions across several parts of the country this Friday, May 9, as part of ongoing system maintenance efforts. The affected counties include Nandi, Kisumu, Tharaka Nithi, and Mombasa, with outages expected to occur at varying times between 8:30 am and 5:30 pm.
In Nandi County, power supply will be interrupted from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. The outage will affect Belekenya and surrounding areas. Residents are advised to plan accordingly to avoid disruptions to their daily activities, especially those relying heavily on electricity for business and home use.
Kisumu County will also experience power cuts, with the outage scheduled from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. The areas expected to be affected include Jumbo Mattress, Nyamasaria, Rabuor, Nyamasaria Bakery, Korowe, and No Okana, along with nearby customers. Kenya Power has urged customers in these areas to take necessary precautions during the outage window.
In Tharaka Nithi County, the power cut is expected to be longer, running from 8:30 am to 5:30 pm. The affected locations include Kathwana Market, Kathwana County Headquarters, Materi Hospital, Nkarini, Ciakariga, Komarock Hospital, and Marimanti Mortuary. The extended outage will likely impact health and government services, prompting calls for early preparations and possible backup plans from institutions in these regions.
Mombasa County will also not be spared. The power disruption will take place from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, primarily affecting the Mwache Dam area and its surrounding customers. The Mwache Dam project is a critical water infrastructure development, and any disruptions in power may have implications on site operations if not well managed.
Kenya Power has indicated that these scheduled interruptions are essential for ongoing maintenance to improve the reliability and efficiency of the national grid. The utility provider has apologized for the inconvenience and encouraged the public to bear with the temporary disruptions as they work toward a more robust power supply network.
