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March 18, 2026
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How rural electrification projects are unlocking opportunities

How rural electrification projects are unlocking opportunities

Rural Electrification and Renewable Energy Corporation (REREC) is intensifying efforts to achieve universal electricity access in Kenya, in line with the government’s target of connecting all households to power by 2030...

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Kenya is intensifying rural electrification efforts to achieve universal electricity access by 2030, with ongoing projects in Western Kenya uplifting thousands of lives and unlocking economic opportunities.

  • Over 89,000 residents in Western Kenya have benefited from 889 projects worth Ksh.6.29 billion.
  • Key players include the Rural Electrification and Renewable Energy Corporation (REREC) and the Kenya Power and Lighting Company (KPLC), with President William Ruto launching recent initiatives.
  • REREC has financed projects worth Ksh.150 billion since inception, increasing electricity access from 4% in 2008 to over 75% currently, supported by a matching fund facility with county governments.

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