KENYA – Adani Energy Solutions has secured a significant deal to manage electricity transmission in Kenya, valued at approximately KES96 billion (US$745.27 million).
This agreement, made in partnership with Kenya Electricity Transmission Company (KETRACO), aims to transform the country’s energy infrastructure by developing and maintaining power transmission lines nationwide.
The project, expected to cost around KSh 95.68 billion, represents a major step toward improving Kenya’s electricity transmission capacity.
It will be financed through a blend of debt and equity, with repayments structured over 30 years. Adani Energy will be responsible for the operational management of the transmission lines during this period, ensuring the system’s reliability and performance.
The lines to be financed are the 208.73-kilometer 400kV Gilgil-Thika-Malaa-Konza, the 95-kilometer 220kV Rongai-Keringet-Chemosit, and the 70-kilometer 132kV Menemgai-Ol Kalou-Rumuruti lines.
“This agreement marks the beginning of a transformative initiative to develop, finance, construct, operate and maintain key transmission lines and substations across Kenya,” Energy and Petroleum Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wanadyi.
Adani will also construct a 400/220kV substation at Lessos and Rongai 132/33kV Thurdibuoro substation in Kisumu.
“Adani Energy Solutions will manage the transmission line for 30 years, ensuring long-term sustainability and efficiency, and then transfer the project and all its assets to Ketraco,” added Mr. Wandayi.
A notable aspect of this deal is Adani’s commitment to cost-efficiency. The company has already announced a 27% reduction in overall project costs, underscoring its effort to make the venture economically viable while maintaining high standards.
Additionally, the project will incorporate local content, creating opportunities for Kenyan suppliers and businesses, thereby contributing to local economic empowerment.
Adani’s involvement is part of a broader trend toward private-public partnerships (PPP) in Kenya’s energy sector.
These partnerships aim to expand access to clean, affordable energy while addressing the country’s growing energy needs.
Adani’s extensive experience in delivering large-scale utility projects globally positions it as a key player in Africa’s energy transformation. This project further establishes Kenya as a major hub for energy investment.
This development aligns with the Kenyan government’s vision to modernize its energy infrastructure and reduce the burden of nationwide power outages, a challenge that has persisted for years.
As Kenya transitions to a more reliable and sustainable energy future, projects like this will be instrumental in driving long-term economic growth and energy security.
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