Thousands of households and public institutions in Kenya’s marginalized counties are set to benefit from expanded electricity access following the government’s Sh10 billion investment in solar energy. Under the Kenya Off-Grid Solar Access Project (KOSAP), 113 solar-powered mini-grids and 343 stand-alone solar systems will be installed in 14 underserved counties, including Turkana, Marsabit, Wajir, and Taita Taveta.
The initiative, funded by the World Bank and led by the Ministry of Energy, Kenya Power, and the Rural Electrification and Renewable Energy Corporation (REREC), aims to bridge the energy gap in off-grid areas. Principal Secretary for Energy Alex Wachira emphasized the project’s role in transforming communities by powering homes, schools, and health facilities within 15 months.
Energy Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi reaffirmed Kenya’s commitment to clean energy, stating, “By harnessing solar power, we are not only increasing access to electricity but also fostering economic growth and sustainability.”
With additional components focusing on solar home systems and clean cooking solutions, KOSAP is a major step toward Kenya’s goal of universal electricity access and a renewable energy future.
