KES 9.4B World Bank-backed off-grid solar access project for 14 underserved counties. Signed February 2025 by President Ruto. Beneficiary counties: Turkana, Marsabit, Samburu, West Pokot, Isiolo, Mandera, Wajir, Garissa, Lamu, Tana River, Taita Taveta, Kwale, Kilifi, Narok. Implemented by REREC under Kenya Electricity Modernization Project (KEMP). Includes solar mini-grids for off-grid communities. Part of plan for universal electricity coverage and 24-hour economy. Mini-grids operational at Kaeris and Kerio markets (Turkana), Wasini Island (Kwale), and others.
Kenya Off-Grid Solar Access Project (KOSAP)
KES 9.4B World Bank-backed off-grid solar access project for 14 underserved counties. Signed February 2025 by President Ruto. Beneficiary counties: Turkana, Marsabit, Samburu, West Pokot, Isiolo, Mandera, Wajir, Garissa, Lamu, Tana River, Taita Taveta, Kwale, Kilifi, Narok.