Kenya Power has announced plans to install 45 electric vehicle (EV) charging stations across six counties over the next year as part of efforts to strengthen the country’s e-mobility infrastructure and cut carbon emissions.
In a statement on Monday, May 5, the company said the charging stations will be located in Nairobi, Nyeri, Kisumu, Eldoret, Nakuru, Mombasa, and Taita Taveta counties.
Kenya Power Managing Director and CEO Joseph Siror said the initiative aims to support motorists and businesses transitioning to electric mobility.
“Kenya Power is committed to enabling the country’s transition to electric mobility to catalyse the reduction of carbon emissions,” said Siror.
“We aim to create an enabling environment for players within the e-mobility ecosystem through adequate power supply and supporting infrastructure like charging stations.”
Of the 45 planned stations, six will be set up within Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to support transport logistics at the busy hub.
Siror further noted that the company is partnering with private sector players to assess infrastructure needs and craft strategies that will speed up EV adoption.
“We are working together with private sector players to identify the energy and infrastructure needs within the e-mobility space,” he said.
Kenya currently has over 9,000 registered electric vehicles, with Kenya Power attributing the growth to favourable government policies.
Board Chairperson Joy Brenda Masinde acknowledged the government’s role in promoting electric mobility through tax incentives and regulatory support.
“We appreciate the immense support we’ve received from the Government of Kenya,” said Masinde.
“Our focus is to advocate for policies that incentivize EV adoption, such as tax exemptions and subsidies for electric vehicles and charging infrastructure.”
