Planned Power Maintenance: Scheduled Outages on October 1st, 2024

Several parts of Nairobi, Kiambu, Machakos, Makueni, Bungoma, and Kisumu Counties are set to experience power interruptions on Tuesday, October 1st, 2024, due to planned maintenance by the Kenya Power and Lighting Company (KPLC). The outages are expected to facilitate essential electrical system upgrades and maintenance, aiming to enhance the overall reliability of power supply in the affected areas.

Areas Affected by Power Outages:

Nairobi County

• Area: Outer Ring Road
  • Time: 9:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M.
  • Affected Areas: NCPB Nairobi, Be Energy, Donholm Railway Station, and surrounding areas.

Kiambu County

• Area: Murera Sisal, Juja Farm
  • Time: 9:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M.
  • Affected Areas:
    • Murera Sisal
    • Matangini, Hamundia, Theta, PCEA Matangi
    • Magomano, Ndarasha, Ndururumo, Ruiriro, Pherie
    • Corner Brook, St. Dominic, Space & Style, Juja South Estate
    • Selecta, KPP Production, Mastores, Abba Salama, Juja Farm Shopping Centre
    • Juja Farm Police Station, Gikumari Shopping Centre, Air Harries Kwa Mzungu, Kwa Wamuini, Kwa Wamumbi, Juja Farm Zone P
    • Mwireri Shopping Centre, Kwa Mirage Shopping Centre, Kwa Ruhi
    • Athi Shopping Centre, PCEA Tumaini, St. Michael Secondary School
    • Athi Dispensary, Mukuyuini Shopping Centre, and surrounding areas.

Machakos County

• Area: Parts of Mombasa Road
  • Time: 9:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M.
  • Affected Areas:
    • Airport Road, Mwananchi Road, Kiungani Road, Chardy Road, Community Road
    • Parts of Katani Road, Parliament Road, Reliance Industries, and surrounding areas.
• Area: Kangundo Road
  • Time: 9:00 A.M. to 2:00 P.M.
  • Affected Areas:
    • College Road, Miwani, Manza, Sweet Waters, Mumbuni
    • Kathiani, Ngoleni, Kaviani, Kwa Musyoka, Tumba, Mutituni
    • Ng’eleni, Ivumbuni, Mua, Kyasila, Ivovoani, Kivutini
    • Kaloleni, Ngelani, Kisekini, Thinu, Kamuthanga, Kenol, and surrounding areas.

Makueni County

• Area: Part of Mombasa Road, Nguu
  • Time: 9:00 A.M. to 2:00 P.M.
  • Affected Areas:
    • Kiboko Town, Kiboko Kari, Utini, Masimba
    • Matutu, Makutano, Kwa Ndava, Yikivumbu, Vololo, and surrounding areas.

Bungoma County

• Area: Bukembe
  • Time: 8:00 A.M. to 3:00 P.M.
  • Affected Areas:
    • Bokoli, Bukembe, Machakha, Ben Captain
    • Wamangoli, Matisi, Kombo Primary, and surrounding areas.

Kisumu County

• Area: Shachanand Quarry
  • Time: 9:00 A.M. to 3:00 P.M.
  • Affected Areas:
    • Shachanand Quarry, Hayabishan Sing, Paga Beach
    • Ober Kamoth Health Center, Obambo, Kaloka Beach, and surrounding areas.

Conclusion:

Residents and businesses in the affected regions are encouraged to prepare for the planned power interruptions, which will take place from 9:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. in most areas. The maintenance is aimed at improving the stability and reliability of the power grid. Customers are advised to take necessary precautions during the outage period and plan accordingly to minimize inconvenience.

For more updates or further inquiries, KPLC advises customers to monitor their social media platforms or contact their nearest KPLC service center.