Kenya is facing a potential power crisis due to soaring electricity demand, with new peaks recorded in recent weeks. This surge highlights the strain on the national grid as connectivity expands.

• Over a five-week period leading up to August 5 this year, Kenya recorded three new peaks in electricity demand.
• The article features Drisilla Jumwa, aged 87, whose house was connected to electricity through the Last Mile Electricity Connectivity Project.
• The Last Mile Electricity Connectivity Project was launched by President William Ruto in Mwanguwi, Taita Taveta county, on December 2, 2024.