Kericho:The National Government’s rural electrification initiative, valued at Sh851.86 million, is making significant progress across Kericho County. This extensive program aims to provide electricity to 8,177 customers, with several projects already launched and others at various stages of completion.
According to Kenya News Agency, the Rural Electrification and Renewable Energy Corporation (REREC) is spearheading 59 projects within the county’s six constituencies. These include electricity pole erection, power line installation, and other technical preparations to expand electricity access to underserved households, businesses, and public institutions.
During a meeting of the National Government Development County Implementation Coordination and Management Committee (NGD-CICMC), chaired by Kericho East Deputy County Commissioner Stella Wanyela, the progress of these projects was reviewed. The committee is monitoring the ongoing electrification work to ensure timely execution and delivery of benefits to the residents.
The REREC report presented at the meeting detailed the status of electrification projects in constituencies such as Kipkelion West, Sigowet/Soin, Ainamoi, Belgut, Bureti, and Kipkelion East. Each area is experiencing varying stages of implementation, from commissioned installations to ongoing construction and technical design work.
Kipkelion West, for instance, is home to 14 electrification projects worth Sh168.21 million, targeting 1,500 customers. Significant developments include the Kapkwen/Kipsosur and Cherara-Chemunyala-Kapmbegu projects, which are progressing with pole erection to connect 283 customers.
In Sigowet/Soin, 13 projects valued at Sh146.68 million aim to serve 1,151 customers. Notable installations include those at Kwandapmosong Primary and Nyalilbuch Dispensary, with further expansions planned for villages like Kipranye and Kimugul.
Bureti Constituency, with the largest investment of Sh253.55 million, targets 2,901 customers through projects like the Rogonget and Ngororgar developments. Meanwhile, Belgut, Ainamoi, and Kipkelion East constituencies are advancing their respective electrification efforts, supported by a Matching Fund Facility that matches constituency and county government contributions.
The ongoing electrification projects promise to enhance electricity access for households, businesses, and public facilities, contributing to the overall development and welfare of Kericho County.
