Kenya stands at a pivotal moment in its development journey where electricity is no longer a convenience but a critical enabler of transformation. As of now, the country has an installed electricity generation capacity of approximately 3,243 megawatts, with power sourced predominantly from hydropower, geothermal, thermal and wind energy. These sources have underpinned national growth thus far but remain insufficient to meet the country’s ambitious socio-economic targets. Despite notable strides in expanding the grid and integrating diverse energy sources, electricity access remains uneven. While national connectivity has reached approximately 84 percent, many rural and marginalized regions still lack reliable and affordable power. The electricity sector is largely managed by three key institutions: Kenya Electricity Generating Company PLC, KenGen, which is responsible for electricity generation, Kenya Electricity Transmission Company Limited, KETRACO, which handles high-voltage transmission, and Kenya Power and Lighting Company, KPLC, which oversees distribution and retail. While these agencies have facilitated growth in power infrastructure, the system still grapples with inefficiencies including frequent outages, technical losses and the limitations of a centralized distribution monopoly. Addressing these challenges is fundamental to unlocking Kenya’s full potential. Electricity must be made accessible, affordable and dependable to power industries, modernize agriculture, enhance service delivery and uplift the quality of life for all Kenyans.