KETRACO opens Sh65bn private power pine projects for public review
The projects include new high-voltage power lines and substations in Mutomo, Voi, Taveta, Maralal and Kilgoris, and are expected to improve grid reliability and expand electricity access if approved...
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Kenya Electricity Transmission Company (KETRACO) has opened privately funded electricity transmission projects, valued between Sh50 billion and Sh65 billion, for public review under a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) framework.
- Projects include new high-voltage power lines and substations strategically located in areas like Mutomo and Voi.
- The proposals were submitted by a consortium including Pabari Investment Limited, ENCOMM Power Rental Solutions Limited, and AEE Power Ventures S.L.
- KETRACO is inviting other private investors to submit competing proposals within 21 days.
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