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In Summary:
- Kenya Power has announced scheduled power outages across seven counties on Thursday, between 9 am and 5 pm.
- The interruptions are part of routine system maintenance, affecting multiple regions, including Nairobi, Kisii, Kilifi, Migori, Kiambu, Mombasa, and Kajiado.
Kenya Power and Lighting Company (KPLC) has announced scheduled power outages across seven counties on Thursday, August 29, 2024.
These interruptions, planned for 9 AM to 5 PM, are necessary for conducting essential system maintenance.
The affected counties include Nairobi, Kisii, Kilifi, Migori, Kiambu, Mombasa, and Kajiado, with specific areas in each county slated for power cuts.
In Nairobi, several areas will experience outages from 9 AM to 5 PM:
- Kibaragare Way, including Nairobi School and Kibagare Slums
- Kibiku, affecting Eastern Bypass, China Road, and several other locations
- Sewage area, impacting Githunguri, Corner ABCD, and various establishments
- Joska, including Ruai S/Center, Ruai Police, and surrounding regions
- Utawala, affecting parts of Eastern Bypass and multiple local businesses
- Njiru, encompassing the whole area and adjacent neighborhoods
- Vicken, including Vicken 30, Platinum Distillers, and nearby industries
- Additional areas such as North Impact and Nairobi Gate Industries
Migori residents will face power cuts from 9 AM to 4 PM in areas like Migori Namba, Kenya Relief, Brace Clinic, and Isebania.
In Kiambu, outages are scheduled from 8:30 AM to 5 PM, affecting locations such as Marige, Kibichoi, Komothai Boys and Girls, and extending to Gatundu and its surroundings.
Mombasa will see interruptions from 9 AM to 5 PM in areas including Endi Textiles, Devki Miritini, Caltex Jomvu, and neighboring regions.
Kajiado residents should prepare for outages from 8 AM to 5 PM in places like Korompoi, Maua Agritech, and Kisaju.
In Kisii, power cuts will occur from 9 AM to 5 PM, affecting Kegati Market, Riabanyi Secondary, and several other locations.
Kilifi will experience interruptions from 9 AM to 5 PM in parts of Mwango, Mkoroshoni, Mtondia, and nearby areas.
Good Evening. The listed areas will be under planned power maintenance tomorrow (29th August, 2024). The interruption is part of network maintenance. For the advance notice, use https://t.co/mzD2qgzBFc. To access the latest schedule, check under the most recent date. ^MW pic.twitter.com/zBpsju7PsE
— Kenya Power (@KenyaPower_Care) August 28, 2024