By Njeri Irungu.
Nairobi, Kenya – October 28, 2025
Kenya’s energy landscape has reached a historic milestone, with the country recording its highest-ever peak power demand of 2,411.98 megawatts (MW) and a record daily energy consumption of 44,122.60 megawatt-hours (MWh) on October 24, 2025.
The surge signals a growing national appetite for electricity, driven by expanding industrial activity and increasing household consumption — a trend sustained largely by clean, reliable, and renewable energy from Kenya Electricity Generating Company PLC (KenGen).
According to the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA), KenGen remains the cornerstone of Kenya’s green power revolution, providing the bulk of the country’s electricity through geothermal and hydropower generation. Together, these two renewable sources accounted for over 53 percent of all electricity generated during the period.
KenGen’s geothermal stations exceeded expectations by producing 12,787 MWh, surpassing dispatch targets by 5.07 percent, while its hydropower plants generated 9,871 MWh, performing 3.23 percent above target. This strong performance not only powered Kenya’s continued economic growth but also maintained grid stability — even during periods of fluctuating wind and solar output.
“KenGen’s consistent renewable generation continues to anchor Kenya’s grid reliability and reduce reliance on expensive thermal power, aligning with national climate goals,” said KenGen Managing Director and CEO, Eng. Peter Njenga, noting that the company’s installed renewable energy capacity has now surpassed 1,605 MW.
The latest data also highlights shifting trends in Kenya’s renewable mix. Wind generation increased by 15.45 percent due to stronger nighttime output, while solar energy dipped by 21.5 percent, reflecting natural seasonal variations. To maintain supply balance, thermal plants temporarily covered 11 percent of total generation — slightly above target — illustrating the need for a diverse and flexible energy system.
Despite the record-breaking demand, no load shedding was reported across the national grid, a testament to Kenya’s robust system management and continuous investment in renewable capacity. The achievement underscores the success of KenGen’s ongoing G2G 2034 strategy, which focuses on expanding green energy generation and optimizing existing assets to meet Kenya’s goal of 100 percent clean energy while supporting the government’s industrialization agenda.
“This growth in power demand is a strong indicator of Kenya’s economic rebound and the success of our long-term investments in sustainable generation,” added Eng. Njenga.
As Kenya edges closer to universal electricity access, the new demand peak highlights the growing importance of sustainable baseload power — ensuring affordability, reliability, and resilience in the nation’s energy future.
