Wednesday 11th March, 2026 07:14 PM|
Kenya Power has announced scheduled power outages in several parts of the country on Thursday, March 12, 2026, to carry out essential maintenance works. The utility company issued the notice on its social media accounts on Wednesday, March 11, 2026.
“The following areas are scheduled for planned power maintenance tomorrow, 12.03.2026,” Kenya Power posted on their social media accounts on Wednesday, March 11, 2026.
In the Nairobi region, the blackout will affect parts of Karen Road and surrounding areas from 9.00 am to 5.00 pm. Affected locations include Karen Country Club, Marula Park, Lower Plains Road, St. Francis ACK Church Karen, China Square, Farah Road, Begonia Drive, Kenya Technical Training Institute, Grange Park, Korongo Road, Watermark Business Centre, Marist Lane, and Marist International University. Kenya Power advised customers in these areas to make alternative arrangements.
The North Rift region will also experience outages. In Uasin Gishu County, power will be off in Flax, Kaptagat, Naiberi, Cheptigit, Kiluka, Senetwo, Sumbieiywo, Uhuru Stroburg, Elgeiyo Border, Teldet, and Tendwo from 9.00 am to 5.00 pm. Similarly, parts of Turkana County, including Tullow Oil Company and Lokichar Town, will be affected during the same hours.
In the Western region, power maintenance will affect parts of Bungoma County, including Kakimanyi Village, Lufwindiri, Nzoia Market, Mongonye, and St. Paul Nzoia from 9.00 am to 5.00 pm. Kenya Power urged businesses and residents in these areas to plan for temporary power loss.
Other parts
The Mt. Kenya region will see outages in Laikipia County, affecting Jogi, Baguret, and Giachuma, from 8.00 am to 5.00 pm.
Key locations include Kwa Huku, Toll Station, Ngarariga, Kamangura, Mirera, Buens Lugar Resort, Esiankiki Resort & Spa, Gathiuru, Chaka Reri, Anka Resort, Nanyuki Boarding, Ragati, Kinyuki Hotel, Soams Hotel, Airstrip, One Stop, Aberdare Cottages, Tropical Timber, Tambubuzi Farm, Bantu Lodge, Kileleshwa, Wakaririru, Kadara, Nelion Hotel, Misty Mountain, and Narumoru Boys Secondary School. Additionally, Chumvi, Doldo, and Oldonyiro areas will also be affected between 8.00 am and 5.00 pm.
In the North Eastern region, parts of Kiambu County, including Gachie, Gichagi, Gacharage, Kihara Market, Gachie Hospital, Karura ka Nyungu, Karura, and Kagongo, will experience outages from 9.00 am to 5.00 pm.
Kenya Power has encouraged customers to check its official channels for updates and to report emergencies promptly. The company apologised for any inconvenience caused by the scheduled maintenance.
Kenya Power explains rising token costs
The planned outages come as Kenya Power also responds to customers’ concerns about paying more for fewer electricity tokens. Speaking on Tuesday, March 10, CEO Joseph Siror explained that the cost of electricity depends on household consumption, the appliances used, and the country’s investment in power infrastructure.
He said part of each token purchase may go towards clearing outstanding bills, which can reduce the number of units a household receives.
“If you look at electricity infrastructure, it reaches your doorstep. Putting up and maintaining that infrastructure is quite expensive. Much of our energy is green, like geothermal, which requires significant investment,” Siror said.
Kenneth Mwenda
Kenneth Mwenda is a digital writer with over five years of experience. He graduated in February 2022 with a Bachelor of Commerce in Finance from The Co-operative University of Kenya. He has written news and feature stories for platforms such as Construction Review Online, Sports Brief, Briefly News, and Criptonizando. In 2023, he completed a course in Digital Investigation Techniques with AFP. He joined People Daily in May 2025. For inquiries, he can be reached at [email protected].
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