Kenya Electricity Generating Company PLC (KenGen) is the leading electric power producer in East Africa, supplying over 60% of Kenya’s electricity. Established in 1954, KenGen develops, manages, and operates power plants across the country, focusing on clean and renewable energy. With a diversified energy mix including hydro, geothermal, wind, and thermal sources, KenGen continues to drive sustainable growth and innovation in the energy sector. The company’s strategic goal is to be the market leader in the provision of renewable energy solutions.
Discover KenGen’s diverse and resilient energy mix that include geothermal, hydropower, wind, and thermal. Our balanced portfolio ensures grid stability, supports economic growth, and reflects our leadership in renewable energy production.
As Africa’s geothermal leader, KenGen harnesses the power of the Rift Valley to generate clean, baseload energy that drives national growth and supports Kenya’s sustainability agenda.
KenGen’s hydro generation forms the backbone of Kenya’s power system, delivering reliable, low-cost renewable energy from rivers across the country.
KenGen’s wind generation expands the renewable energy mix with clean power that supports Kenya’s transition to a sustainable, low-carbon future.
Thermal plants provide essential backup and grid stability, ensuring consistent electricity supply during peak demand and low-hydro seasons.
Stay updated with the latest developments, major milestones and strategic updates from KenGen. From project updates to corporate insights, this section keeps you informed on the progress shaping Kenya’s energy future.
NAIVASHA, KENYA, Friday, 17 July 2026: Kenya Electricity Generating Company, (KenGen), has onboarded Maxim Agri & Samakgro as the fifth investor in the KenGen Green Energy Park. The latest investor
NAIROBI, KENYA, June 29, 2026: Kenya Electricity Generating Company, (KenGen), has strategically recalibrated its long-term growth ambitions, expanding its renewable energy development pipeline to 5,500MW from the 1,500MW target set
NAIROBI, KENYA, June 23, 2026: Kenya has moved closer to becoming a nuclearpower country, after Kenya Electricity Generating Company, (KenGen), accompanied by other leaders from Kenya used a high-level mission
Nairobi, Wednesday, June 10, 2026: KenGen today announced the official gazettement of its Green Energy Park in Olkaria as a Customs Controlled Area, marking a significant milestone that unlocks the
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