Kenya Power to install electric vehicle chargers across six counties

Kenya Power has announced plans to install 45 electric vehicle (EV) chargers across six counties over the next one year. 

The chargers will be located in Nairobi, Nyeri, Kisumu, Eldoret, Nakuru, Mombasa, and Taita Taveta.

During the opening ceremony of the third Annual E-mobility Conference and Expo, organized in collaboration with GIZ and the Electric Mobility Association of Kenya (EMAK), the company's Managing Director, Dr. (Eng.) Joseph Siror stated that this installation will facilitate a smooth transition to the e-mobility ecosystem.

“Kenya Power is committed to supporting the country's transition to electric mobility to help reduce carbon emissions. Part of our plan is to create an enabling environment for stakeholders within the e-mobility ecosystem by providing adequate power supply and necessary infrastructure, such as charging stations, that will allow motorists to travel with ease,” said Siror.

Six of the 45 EV chargers will be strategically placed at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. So far, Kenya Power has installed 3 EV chargers in Nairobi.

Official statistics indicate that the transport sector accounts for approximately 23 per cent of global carbon emissions. 

The Government of Kenya has pledged to achieve a 32 per cent reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by 2030.

“To support this initiative, we are collaborating with private sector players to identify the energy and infrastructure needs within the e-mobility space. This will help us develop the right strategies to accelerate EV adoption in Kenya,” Dr. (Eng.) Siror added.

Currently, there are about 9,047 EVs registered in the country, compared to 2,694 and 5,294 registered in 2023 and 2024, respectively. 

The growth of e-mobility has been driven by various initiatives designed to create a supportive environment, including the introduction of the e-mobility tariff during the current electricity tariff control period.

“We appreciate the immense support we have received from the Government of Kenya in promoting the uptake of e-mobility. Our focus is to work closely with the Government to advocate for policies that continue to incentivize EV adoption, such as tax exemptions and subsidies for electric vehicles and charging infrastructure,” said Joy Brenda Masinde, Chairperson of the Board of Directors at Kenya Power.