The Kenya Electricity Generating Company (KenGen) is committed to collaborating with communities within the areas of its operation to improve the quality of life, particularly through promotion of education, water supply and enhancement of good environment.

Towards this, KenGen endeavors to create harmonious relations and partnerships with host communities and other stakeholders for their mutual benefit.

Objectives of CSR

• To develop and sustain cordial relationships with host communities and collaborate in addressing issues which affect them.
•  To demonstrate the company’s commitment to carry out business as a responsible corporate citizen
• To encourage support for the company’s business activities.
• To cultivate more understanding of the company, its plans, achievements and policies.
• To enhance visibility and positive image of the company.

Focus of CSR
Due to the nature of the company’s occupation and areas of operation, the main focus is on Education and Environment. The company also considers and assists in partnering with the communities in the following areas:- Water supply ,Health ,Sports, Peace building, Arts and Culture, Safety, HIV/AIDS and Infrastructure

Procedure for assessing CSR requests

• Requests for donations in areas will be received by the areas chairmen/persons. Those that can be handled at area level will be dealt with there. Others will be recommended and forwarded to PR & Communication Office for presentation to the central CSR Committee.
• PR & Communication will evaluate the requests as per the policy and guidelines and make recommendations to the CSR Committee.
• The CSR Committee will recommend and seek final approval from the Managing Director who may approve, decline or amend the recommendation(s).
• Applicants shall be informed of the outcome of their requests as soon as the approvals are granted.

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