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February 11, 2026
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Electric Car Charging Sparks Jumps in Electricity Usage, Kenya Power Says

Electric Car Charging Sparks Jumps in Electricity Usage, Kenya Power Says

KPLC indicated that it had installed EV chargers at multiple sites, including Stima Plaza, Donholm, Ruaraka, and Electricity House in Nairobi...

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Kenya Power saw a massive 188% increase in electricity consumption from the electric mobility sector in 2025, generating KSh125.9 million in revenue. This surge highlights Kenya's accelerated shift towards electric vehicles (EVs), supported by government policies and Kenya Power's strategic initiatives.

  • Electricity consumption by EVs surged to 8,433,437 kilowatt-hours (kWh) in 2025, up from 2,922,692 kWh in 2024.
  • Dr. (Eng.) Joseph Siror, Managing Director and CEO of Kenya Power, noted e-mobility is central to the company’s green agenda, with over 90% of energy procured from renewable sources.
  • The National Electric Mobility Policy, unveiled on February 3, 2026, along with the Finance Bill 2025, introduced incentives such as zero-rating VAT on electric buses and motorcycles, and scrapping excise duty on relevant items.

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