Kenya Power has committed Ksh. 765 million toward the construction of two new substations in Kilifi and Kwale counties, a strategic move aimed at reinforcing grid resilience and boosting supply quality along the Coast region.

The utility company is approaching the final construction phase of the Bomani 132/33kV substation in Kilifi County, built at a cost of Ksh. 455 million. Designed to handle surging industrial and commercial energy needs, the Bomani facility will serve Kikambala, Vipingo, Kanamai, and Mtwapa, zones experiencing rapid growth as businesses migrate from Mombasa. It will also alleviate pressure on the near-capacity Kilifi and Bamburi substations.

In Kwale County, construction is wrapping up on a Ksh. 310 million 33/11kV substation. Featuring four primary power supply lines, the facility will serve Kwale County headquarters, Kinango, Tiwi, and Kombani. By taking over load from the Diani substation, it creates alternative supply routing to drastically reduce power downtime.

“Network reliability and customer service excellence are key focus areas as we provide electricity for economic growth. We are committed to completing these projects within set timelines and budget to provide real value to our customers.” Dr. (Eng.) Joseph Siror, Managing Director & CEO, Kenya Power.

The coastal investments form part of a broader nationwide grid enhancement strategy. According to Dr. Siror, Kenya Power is simultaneously deploying smart grid technologies across the country to modernize network infrastructure and improve overall customer experience.

  • Customer Base Expansion: Connected 411,710 new customers in the financial year ending June 2026, pushing the total network reach to 10.4 million users.
  • Energy Demand Growth: Driven by new grid connections, electricity sales increased by 161.7 GWh over the same period.

With these grid upgrades, Kenya Power aims to provide stable power to support regional industrialization, enterprise growth, and reliable residential supply across Kenya’s coastal belt.