Kenya Power has announced a three-year, $1.9 million investment plan aimed at accelerating the adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) in the country.
The comprehensive plan involves the procurement of EVs and e-motorcycles, along with the installation of fast EV charging stations at company premises and public locations nationwide.
Joseph Siror, Managing Director of Kenya Power, expressed enthusiasm about leading the conversation around e-mobility, stating, “The future of transport is electric, and we are excited to be at the forefront of this transformation.”
Kenya Power has already launched a two-way charging unit in April and plans to install nine EV chargers by July 2024.
Additionally, ten units will be added annually between 2025 and 2026. The company aims to acquire nine EVs and 25 e-motorcycles by December 2024, having already purchased two heavy-duty vehicles.
Siror emphasized the importance of leveraging EV charging stations to collect data that will guide future support for the growing e-mobility industry.
Kenya Power has been actively involved in piloting EV use since 2016, collaborating with organizations such as the United Nations Environment Programme to promote sustainable transportation solutions.
