The Kenya Electricity Generating Company (KenGen) has assured the nation of a steady and affordable hydroelectric power (HEP) supply, despite the ongoing challenges posed by reduced rainfall across the country. This comes as concerns mount over the potential impact of fluctuating weather patterns on the energy sector.
KenGen’s Chief Executive Officer, Peter Njenga, emphasized the company’s commitment to maintaining uninterrupted power supply through effective water management practices at its Seven Forks dams, located in Embu and Machakos counties. Njenga highlighted that the company’s proactive measures have ensured that electricity generation remains stable, even under unpredictable weather conditions.
“Our water management program is a testament to our dedication to providing clean and affordable electricity,” Njenga stated. “Despite fluctuating weather patterns, we are positioned to ensure that hydropower remains a reliable energy source for Kenyans year-round.”
Njenga further reported that the current water levels at critical dams, including Masinga Dam and Kiambere Dam, are robust. Masinga Dam is near its peak level at 1,056.35 meters, just shy of the maximum capacity of 1,056.50 meters, while Kiambere Dam stands at 698.68 meters, close to its full capacity of 700 meters. He assured that other dams within the Seven Forks system are also functioning optimally, continuing to contribute clean and renewable energy to the national grid.
Beyond the stability of the power supply, Njenga underscored the importance of hydropower in Kenya’s environmental strategy. “By relying on renewable sources such as hydro, geothermal, wind, and solar, we are supporting Kenya’s climate goals and contributing to global climate action,” he noted, reinforcing the broader impact of KenGen’s energy initiatives.
