Also known as: Energy Principal Secretary Alex Wachira · Principal Secretary Alex Wachira · Alex K. Wachira · Energy PS Alex Wachira · Principal Secretary for Energy Alex Wachira
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Kenya banks on smart grids to accelerate renewable energy transition By Angel Shantel August 12, 2026 07:41 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Alex Wachira, Principal Secretary State Department of Energy durin …
Kenya banks on smart grids to accelerate renewable energy transitionCitizen Digital
… The Deputy President was accompanied by Cabinet Secretaries Alice Wahome (Lands) and Rebecca Miano (Tourism and Wildlife), as well as Principal Secretaries Alex Wachira (Energy), Salome Muhia-Beacco (Correctional Services) and Joel Arumonyang (Public Works). …
National unity non-negotiable, says DP Kindiki as Kenya heads to 2027 pollsThe Standard
… Energy Principal Secretary Alex Wachira, however, introduced a succession dimension to the debate, calling on Mt Kenya residents to support Kindiki and position him for a future presidential bid. …
Kindiki urges Mt Kenya to reject divisive politicsThe Standard
… Principal Secretary State Department for Energy Alex Wachira said enhanced access to power would make Kenya a manufacturing hub, with the intention to use this demand as the tailwind to have some of the Chinese equipment, such as solar panels and mini-grid components, manufacture …
Kenya to tap Chinese power expertise to boost manufacturingCitizen Digital
… The burial ceremony was attended by ODM Party leader Senator Oburu Odinga, National Treasury and Economic Planning Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi, Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga, Energy Principal Secretary Alex Wachira, Gender and Affirmative Action Principal Secretary Anne Wang'om …
ID reforms expanding access to gov't services, PS Omollo saysCitizen Digital
… The burial ceremony was attended by ODM Party leader Senator Oburu Odinga, National Treasury and Economic Planning Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi, Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga, Energy Principal Secretary Alex Wachira, Gender and Affirmative Action Principal Secretary Anne Wang'om …
ID reforms expanding access to gov't services, PS Omollo saysCapital News
… Energy Principal Secretary Alex Wachira, accompanied by Moses Kuria, recently oversaw the distribution of 20,000 liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) cylinders to households in the county. …
IEBC Summons Nakuru Town East MP David Gikaria Over Alleged Voter Bribery in Ol Kalou By-ElectionCapital News
… Among them is the distribution of 20,000 liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) cylinders, coordinated by Energy Principal Secretary Alex Wachira alongside former Cabinet Secretary Moses Kuria. …
IEBC urged to probe cash-for-IDs claims in Ol KalouCitizen Digital
… These projects started even before MP Kiaraho died,” Energy PS Alex Wachira noted. …
Gov't launches Ksh.10B projects ahead of Ol Kalou By-electionsCitizen Digital
… The inspection brought together officials from several government departments, including Principal Secretary for the Blue Economy Betsy Njagi, Principal Secretary for Energy Alex Wachira and former Senior Economic Advisor Moses Kuria. …
Over 1,000 Nyandarua farmers to benefit from 500-acre irrigation project- PS KimothoKenya could require about 1,000 megawatts of battery energy storage to manage rising electricity demand and accommodate more renewable energy, according to stakeholders at the Kenya Energy Transition Forum 2026. Peak electricity demand has reached 2,549 MW and is expected to rise to between 2,600 and 2,650 MW by year-end.
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Kenya could require about 1,000 megawatts of battery energy storage to manage rising electricity demand and accommodate more renewable energy, according to stakeholders at the Kenya Energy Transition Forum 2026. Peak electricity demand has reached 2,549 MW and is expected to rise to between 2,600 and 2,650 MW by year-end.
6 hours ago · Citizen Digital →
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has warned against political rhetoric that threatens national cohesion, urging Kenyans to embrace issue-based, constructive politics ahead of the 2027 general election. He stressed that regional and national unity cannot be sacrificed for political expediency, particularly in vote-rich regions experiencing intensified political mobilization.
9 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has appealed to the Mt Kenya region to remain united despite political differences, warning that electoral competition should not damage community bonds or national peace. He called on residents to tolerate differing opinions, assess leaders by performance rather than rhetoric, and avoid violence and property destruction.
9 August 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya is seeking partnerships with Chinese firms in waste, geothermal, and solar energy to boost generation and transmission capacity and establish itself as a regional manufacturing hub. At China Trade Week in Nairobi, where 40 Chinese renewable energy businesses are exhibiting, officials noted that Kenya's renewable resources and strategic location complement China's expertise in renewable technologies and equipment manufacturing.
23 July 2026 · The Standard →
The Principal Secretary for Internal Security and National Administration says the Government's reforms to ease access to national identification documents are helping eliminate barriers to government services, development opportunities and democratic participation, following a presidential directive to issue ID documents to eligible Kenyans without unnecessary obstacles.
17 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Principal Secretary Dr Raymond Omollo said the Government's ongoing reforms to ease access to national identification documents are helping eliminate barriers that have long prevented many Kenyans from accessing government services, development opportunities and democratic participation. President William Ruto directed that all eligible Kenyans be issued with identification documents without unnecessary obstacles.
17 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission has summoned Nakuru Town East MP David Gikaria to appear before its Electoral Code of Conduct Enforcement Committee over allegations he distributed money to voters in Mirangine town during the Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election campaign.
11 July 2026 · Capital News →
Mavoko MP Patrick Makau has called on the IEBC to probe allegations that voters in Ol Kalou are being offered cash, gas cylinders and food in exchange for surrendering their national identity cards ahead of the July 16 parliamentary by-election, claiming this denies citizens their constitutional right to vote.
10 July 2026 · Capital News →
The government has launched development projects worth more than Ksh.10 billion in Ol Kalou Constituency, Nyandarua County, ahead of the July 16 by-election, including two fishing boats worth Ksh.5 million. The opposition contends the projects are being rolled out to influence voters ahead of the election.
7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Gwa Kiongo Irrigation Project in Mirangine Ward, Ol Kalou will provide 1,000 farmers with reliable water access through piping networks, enabling up to three cropping seasons annually and boosting production of high-value crops, household incomes, and climate resilience, according to Irrigation PS Ephantus Kimotho.
7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Nakuru Town East MP David Gikaria defended his campaign's practice of collecting National Identity cards from residents during the Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election, saying the checks ensure campaign resources reach registered voters in assigned polling stations. Gikaria said he spent Sh1.2 million in a single day and dismissed allegations the exercise was intended to manipulate the electoral process.
7 July 2026 · Capital News →
The Irrigation Principal Secretary announced the government's commitment to expand irrigation infrastructure in Nyandarua County through the Gwa Kiongo Irrigation Project, which will bring 500 acres under irrigation across two phases and enable up to three cropping seasons a year for more than 1,000 farmers. Officials distributed 20,000 fish fingerlings to promote aquaculture as part of efforts to diversify livelihoods and boost food security.
7 July 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya Electricity Generating Company has increased its renewable energy development pipeline from 1,500MW to 5,500MW, driven by planned nuclear capacity (2GW), expanded hydro and geothermal opportunities, and rising regional demand for clean power. The expansion was announced alongside the company's inaugural Sustainability Report for the 2024/25 financial year.
29 June 2026 · Capital News →
Kenya Electricity Transmission Company upgraded the Garissa Substation at a cost of Ksh.122 million, tripling transformer capacity to connect Dadaab to the national grid and meet growing electricity demand in the region.
27 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The government has issued a warning against rising cases of violence, destruction of property and criminal infiltration of public demonstrations, urging Kenyans to exercise their constitutional rights responsibly while safeguarding national unity, peace and economic stability.
19 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya has formally joined the Global Offshore Wind Alliance to assess and develop offshore wind resources along its coastline, leveraging international expertise in renewable energy and supporting its climate action and sustainable blue economy goals.
17 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Senior government officials including Cabinet Secretaries Rebecca Miano and Alice Wahome, along with Members of Parliament, are campaigning in Ol Kalou Constituency ahead of the July 16 by-election to drum up support for UDA candidate Samwel Muchina, while former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua's opposition party has also begun campaigning in the area.
8 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The government has yielded to public pressure and directed Kenya Power to withdraw an application that would have increased power prices, easing potential strain on Kenyan households and businesses.
4 June 2026 · The Standard →
Energy Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi announced that Kenya Power's retail electricity tariff review application, submitted on March 31, has been withdrawn to shield households and businesses from potential cost increases and support economic growth.
3 June 2026 · The Standard →
President Ruto announced Sh4.1 billion in funding to connect 17,000 households in Wajir County to the national grid during the commissioning of a solar hybrid power plant in Habaswein. The plant is part of the Last Mile Electrification initiative and includes a 54-kilometre grid extension expected to power 1,700 households and supply electricity to public facilities.
31 May 2026 · The Standard →
The Meru University of Science and Technology vice-chancellor has urged every Kenyan to plant at least 300 trees yearly to support the presidential target of 15 billion trees by 2032, noting that the university's own sustained tree-planting effort has raised its forest cover to 16 per cent over the last decade.
18 May 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya's Off-Grid Solar Access Project (KOSAP) has begun construction of 114 solar mini-grids in 14 underserved counties, targeting over 300,000 villagers and costing Sh9.4 billion. The mini-grids will use solar PV technology with battery storage to power residential, institutional, and commercial enterprises, as well as boreholes for water supply, as part of government efforts to ensure all Kenyans have electricity access by 2030.
17 May 2026 · The Standard →
The government is electrifying 10,968 households in Samburu County through a Last Mile Electrification project by the Rural Electrification and Renewable Energy Corporation, with completion expected by September. The initiative aims to expand electricity access to rural areas and enable income-generating activities.
15 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →