NAIROBI, Kenya – May 8, 2025
Kenya Power has announced extensive planned power interruptions scheduled for Thursday, affecting over 10 counties across the country.
The blackouts are set to occur mostly from 9:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M., with Embu County experiencing an early outage starting at 8:00 A.M. Below is the complete breakdown by region, including all affected areas and estates.
Nairobi Region
Nairobi County
- Lower Kabete: UoN Lower Kabete, Githithu, Ndwaru, Kabete Technical, Gathanga Road, Baraka Lane
- Kiambiu Area: Eastleigh Section 3 & 7, Juja Road, Loco, Maua Close, Nairobi Water
- Wambugu Road: Sports Road, Parklands Police, Mvuli Road, Woodlands Lane
- South C Area: Bellevue, Highway Cabanas, Akiba Court, Church Road, Bandari Villas, Akila 1 & 2, College of Insurance, Madaraka Estate, Nairobi West, Hazina Estate, Wilson Airport, part of Lang’ata Road
Central Kenya Region
Kiambu County
- Makwa & Ngoigwa Area: Maryhill, Makwa, Karatina Stage, Kambaa, Sweetwater’s Girls, Murengeti, St. Paul’s Gatinda Primary, Kariaini, Wanjengi
- Matasia – Ngong Area: Ria – Cho, Tumbaya, Sigona Valley, Memusi Road, part of Maasai Road, Ololua Estate, Silver Estates, part of Gataka Road
- Ngong Area: St. Peter’s School, part of Maasai Road, Co-operative Road, Biblica, part of Gataka Road, Coptic Church, Homabay Road, part of Vet Road, Corner Road, part of Gikambura
Murang’a County
- Ruchu Area: Ruchu, Ruchu Girls, Gacharage, Kinyona, Ndakaini, Mugeka, Kiganjo, Gikoe, Githura, Makomboki
Laikipia County
- Ichunga Area: Ichunga, Baraka, Waguthiru, Muruku, Muruku Market, Miharati, Geta, Mugumoini, Soko Mjinga
Embu County (8:00 A.M. – 5:00 P.M.)
- Kiangucu – Runyenjes Area: Kiangucu, Ugweri, Gichiche, Kienjue, Ngeniari, Gikuuri, Kigumo, Kanja, Karurumo
Eastern Kenya Region
Machakos County
- Kangundo Road – Matungulu Area: Joska Market, Kamulu, Malaa, Nguluni, Kantafu, Kisukioni, Muthesya, Kithimani, Kakuku, Kivaani, Kakuku Market, part of Katangi, Kawethei, Ikombe
Coast Region
Mombasa County
- Nyali Area: Fidel Odinga Road, Voyager, Bahari Hotel, Mombasa Beach Hotel, Mkomani, Greenwood, English Point, English Point Marina, Amal Plaza, Nyali Road, Nyali Barracks, Wild Waters, Tamarind Hotel, Beach Road
Rift Valley Region
Narok County
- Majimoto Area: Majimoto Trading Centre, Siana, Olposimoru, Lemek, Aitong, Mara Naboisho, Mara Bush House, Mara Serian, Rekero, Oldarpoi, Mara Rianta, Ngerende, Olkinyei, Ngoswani
Western Kenya Region
Homa Bay County
- Nyandiwa Area: Magunga, Nyandiwa, Kiabuya, Koyugi, Ng’wawe, Lambwe, Kodera, Mbita Airstrip, Sindo, Nyagwethe.
Why These Blackouts Are Happening
Kenya Power says these outages are pre-planned maintenance operations meant to:
- Strengthen aging infrastructure
- Prevent future unplanned outages
- Enhance the reliability of electricity supply
In a post on X, the company emphasized that scheduled blackouts help reduce long-term disruptions by allowing technicians to safely repair and upgrade power lines.
And while the idea of an outage might seem inconvenient, it’s all part of an effort to ensure the lights stay on more consistently in the future.
Unscheduled outages, on the other hand, still occur due to weather events, vandalism, or unexpected technical faults — issues Kenya Power says it handles as swiftly as possible.
What You Should Do Before the Outage
Before the power cuts hit, here’s how to stay ahead of the curve:
- Charge your devices the night before — phones, laptops, power banks, the whole lot.
- Unplug sensitive electronics like TVs and desktops to avoid damage from potential surges.
- Prepare alternatives for cooking, lighting, and connectivity, especially if you’re working remotely or caring for children or the elderly.
- Backup systems in schools, hospitals, and businesses should be on standby.
If you’re operating a business, especially in affected areas, consider planning around the outage to avoid losses.
While no one likes a blackout, at least this one comes with a heads-up. Use the opportunity to take a digital detox, finish that book, or finally reorganize your pantry — unless, of course, your backup generator has other plans.
