Post: Kenya Power Commits to Boost Electricity Supply in Kwale

Kwale: Kenya Power has reaffirmed its commitment to upgrade electricity supply in the coastal county of Kwale. The electricity firm has promised to strengthen its partnership with the Kwale county government to improve electricity supply and connectivity across the region.According to Kenya News Agency, KPLC Kwale County Business Manager, Eric Momanyi, highlighted ongoing efforts to expand electricity access in the county. Momanyi was speaking when he held talks with County Secretary, Sylvia Chidodo, and other senior county officials. The meeting between the KPLC team and the county government officials sought to foster direct dialogue, gather feedback, and explore joint solutions on reliable power supply in the area.He noted that a new substation currently under construction in Kwale town will significantly improve power distribution and stability in the region. The KPLC official said the new project is expected to extend reliable electricity to far-flung areas like Kinango Sub-County and support upcomi ng industrial and public projects.Momanyi announced plans to start replacement of faulty transformers, upgrade old power installations, and add new feeder lines to stabilize power supply within the coastal region. 'The new substation will be a game-changer for Kwale. It will not only stabilize power in the region but also support growing demands from upcoming industrial and public projects,' said Momanyi.The public power utility firm has pledged to strengthen electricity supply through infrastructure upgrades and improved customer engagement. The power utility official lauded Kwale for its excellent record in meeting its electricity payments, noting that the meeting sought to collectively address challenges and improve service delivery.He stressed power theft and non-payment remain major setbacks to stable electricity supply in the region. Momanyi underscored the critical role that community involvement plays in safeguarding power installations, especially transformers, to deter service interruptions. H e said Kwale leads among the coastal counties in timely power bill payments, a reflection of the county's efficiency and accountability.Momanyi called on area residents to help safeguard power infrastructure, warning that cases of vandalism and theft undermine a reliable electricity supply. 'By securing our power network we reduce risks and ensure more reliable electricity supply for our customers,' he said.Kwale County Secretary, Sylvia Chidodo, welcomed the initiative, emphasizing the county's commitment to supporting Kenya Power's efforts to expand access to electricity. She said the last-mile connectivity project will lead to enhanced operational capabilities, reduced crime, and increased business hours and services for local traders.The county secretary stated that reliable power is key to achieving Kwale's development agenda and improving service delivery to residents. 'We are glad to see this level of engagement from Kenya power, our shared goal is to ensure that every public facility and project , especially in rural areas, has access to a reliable power supply,' said Chidodo.She said among the priority areas identified for collaboration between Kenya power and the county government include the County Aggregated Industrial Park (CAIP) project in Lunga Lunga Sub County and the Fruit Processing Plant in Matuga sub county. Chidodo said other county infrastructure across various departments will also benefit from the improved electricity connections.