Kenya Power has announced scheduled electricity interruptions affecting parts of Kajiado and Kericho counties on Wednesday, January 21, 2026, to allow for routine maintenance works on its power network.
In a notice, the utility company said the planned outages are part of ongoing system maintenance aimed at improving reliability and efficiency of electricity supply.
In the Nairobi region, parts of Kajiado County, specifically Ongata Rongai, will be affected from 9.00 a.m. to 5.00 p.m.
Areas listed include the entire stretch of Gataka Road from Masai Mall, Kisumu Ndogo, Beacon of Hope, Nakeel Schools, Oloolaiser Water Offices, Wanugu/Melony Road, Barizi, Kwa Mwai, and Gataka Shopping Centre, including sections of Oloolua Forest.
Also affected are Mayor Road, Hass Petrol Station and adjacent customers.
In the Central Rift region, parts of Kericho County—notably Kuresoi North—will experience power interruptions during the same period, from 9.00 a.m. to 5.00 p.m.
Areas affected include Murundu Market, Kibaraa Market, Kipkoris Market, Kipkewa Market, Kongoi Market, Mawingu Market, Koraboriet Market and surrounding customers.
Kenya Power advised customers in the affected areas to plan accordingly and apologised for any inconvenience caused.
The company said the maintenance works are necessary to enhance service delivery and minimise unplanned outages in the future.
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