Government spokesperson Isaac Mwaura, during an address on April 10, 2026/COURTESY
Government Spokesperson Isaac Mwaura has announced that the State is investing Sh45 billion to install solar power systems in schools across the country, in a major push to diversify Kenya’s energy sources and accelerate the transition to clean power.
“If successful, the programme has the potential to scale up to 15,000 megawatts, significantly boosting the country’s power supply while promoting green energy,” he said.
He noted that the move is part of a broader government strategy to reduce reliance on conventional energy sources and tap into sustainable alternatives. Schools, he added, provide an ideal starting point due to their widespread distribution and existing infrastructure.
Mwaura also pointed to global advancements in renewable energy, citing China’s offshore wind farms capable of powering about 44,000 households as an example of the potential in clean energy investment.
“Wind energy is the future, and Kenya is well endowed with abundant wind resources that we must harness,” he said, adding that the government is committed to expanding wind power generation alongside solar.
In addition, the spokesperson revealed that Kenya is set to break ground on its first nuclear power plant in Siaya County by March next year.
The project, estimated to cost Sh500 billion, is expected to generate 2,000 megawatts of electricity.
“The nuclear plant will provide reliable base-load power to complement renewable energy sources and support the country’s industrial growth,” Mwaura said.
On infrastructure development, Mwaura announced that the World Bank has approved Sh71 billion for the construction and upgrading of the Isiolo-Mandera Highway.
He said the project will significantly improve connectivity to the northeastern region, reducing travel time from Nairobi to Mandera from three days to just one.
“This road will open up the region for trade, ease the movement of goods and people, and create new investment opportunities,” he said.
Mwaura emphasised that the government’s focus on energy and infrastructure is aimed at driving inclusive growth, enhancing regional integration, and improving the livelihoods of Kenyans.
“These investments are about building a sustainable and resilient economy while ensuring no region is left behind,” he said.
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