Kenya Power has announced scheduled electricity interruptions set to affect five counties on Sunday, January 14.
In a statement, the utility company noted that the temporary blackout is essential for network maintenance.
In Machakos County, starting at 9:00 am. and concluding at 5:00 p.m., the affected areas include Kiwi Road and surrounding regions.
Residents in Kyeni, Kowee, Kalurnoni, Keeni, Kithengathini, Vyulyo, Masii, Kauslcrigo, Muthetheni, Makutano Mwala, Weal+, Kivanclini, Mbiuni, Ghetoo, Wamunyu, Yatbui, Ikalassa, Tullis, Miondonl, SyokIsinga, Katangl, Bombe, Konyaata, Soku University, Kyua, and adjacent customers are advised to brace for the temporary power outage.
In Nakuru and Baringo County, similarly, the blackout will affect the entirety of Mogotio Town from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
This includes Mogotio Westland, Little Friends Academy, KCB Mogotio, Mogotio Sub County Hospital & Offices, St. Mary’s Primary School, and adjacent customers.
In Kakamega County, the scheduled interruption will impact the Shikangania Factory area, including Shikangama Bum, Elckho, Shikot Market, Lumaini, Esumeiya, Ewamahumb., Etemesi, and adjacent customers, lasting from 9:00 a.m to 5:00 p.m.
The area affected in Kirinyaga County is Plestana, with the outage scheduled from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Residents in parts of PI Market, Main Highway Hotel, Wand Hotel, Mumbulni, Murinduko, Itangi, part of Togonye, Ikurungu, Mugambaclura, and adjacent customers will be affected.
Hello. Please be advised, the following areas will be under planned maintenance tomorrow 09.01.2024. ^DB pic.twitter.com/EhDluVPBhQ
— Kenya Power (@KenyaPower_Care) January 13, 2024