Gov’t Announces Signing Ksh95B Deal With Adani Despite Uproar
Gov’t Announces Signing Ksh95B Deal With Adani, to construct 422 kilometres of vital transmission lines despite Uproar.
According to the Energy Cabinet Secretary Opiyo WWandayi who made the announcement on Friday, October 11, this deals marks a huge shift in the power transmission across the country.
The contract was finalised on October 9, 2024, after four months of intense negotiations, during which the Adani Group faced scrutiny regarding its operational practices.
Wandayi stated, “This agreement marks the beginning of a transformative initiative to develop, finance, construct, operate, and maintain key transmission lines and substations across Kenya.”
“Kenyans are well aware of the significant challenge that our country faces with persistent power blackouts,” Wandayi added.
This deal involves the construction of three high-voltage power transmission lines and two substations, strategically located to enhance connectivity and stability in the national grid.
The 400kV Gilgil-Thika-Malaa-Konza line will stretch 208.73 km and feature new substations in Gilgil, Thika, and Malaa. Meanwhile, the 220kV Rongai-Keringet-Chemosit line, covering 99.98 km, will establish additional substations at key locations, including Rongai and Keringet.
Adani group is laying the groundwork to expand its ventures into Kenya, with a new plan to construct hydroelectric plants.
A report from Reuters disclosed that Adani is keen to tap into Kenya’s untapped potential, eyeing favourable topography and hydropower demand.