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August 6, 2025
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Mbadi’s Team on the Spot Over Ksh 30B Power Deal

Mbadi’s Team on the Spot Over Ksh 30B Power Deal

The team is expected to appear before MPs next week...

✨ Key Highlights

The National Assembly’s Public Investments Committee on Commercial Affairs and Energy has threatened disciplinary action against National Treasury Principal Secretary Chris Kiptoo for failing to appear to address a Ksh30 billion power debt crisis affecting Kenya Power. This debt has stalled crucial rural electrification projects, leading to widespread power outages in underserved regions.

  • What: Ksh30 billion power debt owed to Kenya Power and Lighting Company (KPLC) for the Rural Electrification Scheme (RES) remains unaddressed.
  • Who: National Treasury PS Chris Kiptoo failed to attend a committee meeting, drawing ire from Committee Chairperson David Pkosing and other Members of Parliament.
  • Why it matters: The lack of funding is hindering energy access in areas like Elwak, Kakaba, Fiba, and Fatuma Solar in Mandera, and has led to accusations of institutional failure in financing rural electrification.

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