EU, AFD expand clean energy access to 100,000 Kenyans
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The European Union (EU) and the Agence Française de Développement (AFD) have launched the second phase of the Green Mini-Grid (GMG) Programme, aiming to provide renewable electricity access to over 100,000 Kenyans in underserved areas.
- The programme has already established 80 mini-grids across 8 counties, adding 2 megawatts of clean energy capacity.
- Key partners include the Government of Kenya, the EU, and AFD, with contributions also from the UK's Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO).
- This initiative, operating since 2016, directly supports Kenya's goal of achieving universal electricity access by 2030.
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EU, AFD Expand Clean Energy Access to 100,000 Kenyans - June 2026
The European Union and Agence Française de Développement have launched the second phase of the Green Mini-Grid Programme, aiming to provide renewable electricity access to over 100,000 Kenyans in underserved areas. Meanwhile, Kenya Electricity Transmission Company has successfully energized the new 400kV Isinya-Konza Transmission Line and Konza Substation, ensuring stable power supply for Konza Technopolis and the lower eastern region. Additionally, the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority reduced fuel prices in its latest monthly review, slashing diesel by Sh10 and petrol by Sh0.22, providing relief to motorists across the country.
