Kenya's ambitious Sh31.7 billion power grid expansion project faces potential delays after the recruitment of a consultant to oversee investor selection flopped. The tender was canceled because the lowest bid exceeded the allocated budget, necessitating a fresh tendering process.

• The project aims to construct four high-voltage electricity lines to revamp the country's aging transmission network.
• The PPP Directorate of the National Treasury confirmed the cancellation and stated the tender would be re-advertised.
• These lines are crucial for bolstering power supply in regions including Kwale, Mombasa, Meru, and Isiolo to meet fast-growing demand.