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GDC breaks ground on Ksh500 million laboratory complex in Nakuru

Sacco ReviewJuly 18, 202604 mins

GDC has launched construction of a Ksh500 million geothermal laboratory and office complex in Nakuru. The facility will boost geothermal research, exploration and technical training. GDC says the project will strengthen Kenya’s clean energy sector and geothermal expertise. The Geothermal Development Company (GDC) has launched construction of a new Geothermal Science and Analytical Laboratory and…

KenGen signs fifth investor at Olkaria green energy park

Sacco ReviewJuly 18, 202605 mins

KenGen signs fifth investor at Olkaria Green Energy Park with a KSh2.6 billion fish feed plant. Company plans to double geothermal capacity to 1,500MW by 2034 through public private partnerships. New facility will be the region’s largest fish feed plant, targeting markets across East Africa. Kenya Electricity Generating Company (KenGen) has signed its fifth investor…

Kenya to pay higher tariffs for Ethiopian electricity under renewed deal

Sacco ReviewJuly 16, 202604 mins

Kenya Power raises Ethiopia power import tariff to about Ksh 20 per unit. Ethiopian electricity now supplies over 10% of Kenya’s grid. Kenya plans to expand Ethiopian power imports to Marsabit and Mandera. Kenyan electricity consumers face a new cost reality after Kenya Power agreed to pay approximately Ksh 20 (15.5 US cents) per kilowatt-hour…

CS Mbadi promises new measures to cushion Kenyans from soaring fuel prices

Sacco ReviewMay 18, 202606 mins

National Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi has assured Kenyans that the government is weighing fresh interventions to ease the burden of soaring fuel prices, which continue to pile pressure on households and businesses across the country. Speaking in Kisumu during a public engagement, Mbadi revealed that the Treasury is exploring additional measures, including further tax…

Governor Orengo slams fuel price hike as punitive, economically reckless

Sacco ReviewApril 17, 2026April 17, 202608 mins

Siaya Governor James Orengo has mounted a scathing attack on the latest fuel price hike, terming it punitive, economically reckless and a direct blow to already struggling households and hopes the reduction announced soon after will immediately reflect on the fuel pumps across the country. Orengo said the 25 per cent increase was unjustified and…

Tuju, Orengo differ on safety of proposed Siaya power project

Sacco ReviewApril 14, 202605 mins

Former Cabinet Secretary Raphael Tuju has insisted that proper health safeguards must be put in place before a Nuclear power project that is scheduled for Siaya County takes effect. Tuju noted that issues such as nuclear wastes, pollution and environmental safeguards must be taken into consideration first. Speaking in Siaya while flanked by area Governor…

Report: Kenya’s high power costs undermine manufacturing sector competitiveness

Sacco ReviewApril 13, 2026April 13, 202603 mins

Kenya’s power costs are among the highest in Africa, according to a new report by the Kenya Association of Manufacturers (KAM). The report, supported by Trademark Africa and the Foreign, Commonwealth, and Development Office, highlights how expensive electricity is impacting the country’s manufacturing sector, making it less competitive in both regional and global markets. Kenya’s…

Kenya, EU sign MoU to redevelop Gogo Hydro-power plant in Migori

Sacco ReviewAugust 20, 202502 mins

Western Kenya region is now destined for serious industrial take off following Kenya-European Union signed agreement to redevelop Gogo Hydro-Power Plant in Uriri, Migori County aiming to upscale power generation from 2MW to 8.6MW. The agreement includes €35Million sovereign loan from German Government for Gogo regeneration and €20Million grant from European Union (for Gogo and other…

Kenya presses on in building nuclear plant in Siaya; CS Wandayi reveals

Sacco ReviewAugust 18, 202509 mins

Energy and Petroleum Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi has revealed that Kenya is pressing ahead with plans to build its first nuclear power plant in Siaya County. Speaking to the Senate Committee on Energy sitting in Kisumu, Wandayi said the move is part of a strategy to boost energy access and secure a long-term supply. He…

Wandayi: KPC sale won’t raise fuel prices

Sacco ReviewAugust 14, 202503 mins

Energy and Petroleum Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi has downplayed concerns that the partial divestment of Kenya Pipeline Company (KPC) could lead to fuel price hike. Speaking before the National Assembly as they examined Sessional Paper No. 2 on KPC’s planned privatization, Wandayi emphasized that existing regulatory frameworks remain intact. “We believe privatization of the company…