Kenya Power has reported record electricity demand, attributing the surge to a mass electrification project and cold weather. Peak usage reached an all-time high of 2,362.28 MW on July 23, 2025, with new connections adding significant strain to the national grid.

• Peak demand hit 2,362.28 MW on July 23, 2025, after also recording 2,325 MW on July 2.
• According to KPLC Managing Director Joseph Siror, 401,848 new customers were connected in the last financial year, increasing demand by 46 MW since February.
• Kenya Power plans to install 45 EV chargers across six counties, including Nairobi, Nyeri, and Mombasa, as part of their strategy to support e-mobility.