Kenya Power Company Limited

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Overview

  • Act: Electric Power Act, 1997
  • Formed: 1922
  • CEO: Dr. (Eng.) Joseph Siror
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Kenya Power Company Limited (Kenya Power) is Kenya’s primary electricity utility, responsible for the transmission, distribution, and retail of electricity. Established in 1922, its mandate includes ensuring reliable and affordable electricity supply to homes, businesses, and industries across the country. Kenya Power operates and maintains the national grid, connects new customers, and implements programs to improve energy efficiency and sustainability. It also works to expand access to electricity in underserved areas, supporting economic growth and improving living standards through reliable power infrastructure.

CEO: Dr. (Eng.) Joseph Siror

Dr. (Eng.) Joseph Siror has over 30 years experience spanning telecommunications, customs, manufacturing, ICT, and energy. He holds a PhD in Engineering, an MBA, a BSc in Electrical Engineering, and an LL.B., and is a licensed engineer with IEEE and IEK memberships.

Management Team

Dr. (Eng.) Joseph Siror

CEO

Imelda Bore

Secretary to the Board of Directors

Eng. Kennedy Owino

Senior Management

Eng. Rosemary Oduor

Senior Management

Robert Mugo

Senior Management

Dr. Jeremiah Kiplagat

Senior Management

Dr. John Ngeno

Senior Management

Geoffrey Wasua Muli

Senior Management

John Ihuthia

Senior Management

Charles Cheruiyot

Senior Management

Cecilia Kalungu

Senior Management

Stephen Vikiru

Senior Management

Eng. Aggrey Machasio

Senior Management

Eng. David Mutitu Kamau

Senior Management

Board of Governors

Joy Brenda Masinde

Chairperson

Dr. (Eng.) Joseph Siror

CEO

CPA John Mbadi Ng’ongo

C.S National Treasury and Economic Planning

Alex Wachira

P.S, Ministry Of Energy And Petroleum

Logan Christi Hambrick

Independent Non-Executive Director

Eng. Albert Mugo

Independent Non-Executive Director

Humphrey Muhu

Alt Director to CS, National Treasury & Planning

Imelda Bore

Secretary to the Board 

Ezekiel Saina

Independent Non-Executive Director

Dr. Caleb Bwauma

Independent Non-Executive Director

Eng. James Kwanya Rege

Independent Non-Executive Director

Eng. Isaac Kiva

Alt Director, P.S Ministry of Energy

Ruth Muiruri

Independent Non-Executive Director

Functions

  • Electricity Distribution: Distributing electricity to residential, commercial, and industrial customers across Kenya.
  • Transmission Network Management: Operating and maintaining the national electricity transmission network.
  • Electricity Retail: Selling electricity to consumers and managing billing, metering, and customer service.
  • System Maintenance: Conducting regular maintenance of infrastructure to ensure reliability and prevent outages.
  • New Connections: Expanding access by connecting new customers, especially in underserved areas.
  • Energy Efficiency Programs: Promoting energy efficiency and conservation among consumers.
  • Infrastructure Development: Building and upgrading infrastructure to improve supply quality and capacity.
  • Grid Expansion: Extending the national grid to reach rural and remote areas.
  • Emergency Response: Addressing power outages and emergencies to restore service quickly.
  • Regulatory Compliance: Ensuring adherence to regulatory standards and safety protocols within the energy sector.

Important Links

Address & Contacts

  • P.O. BOX 30099-00100
  • Stima Plaza – Kolobot Rd
  • customercare@kplc.co.ke
  • 97771 | (+254) 703 070 707 |*977#