Rationing fears linger as electricity demand hits fifth peak in a year

The peak demand for electricity hit a new high of 2,418.77 Megawatts (MW) in November—the fifth such feat this year alone, turning the spotlight on the country’s ability to meet the fast-rising demand or risk rationing of supplies.

KenGen Managing Director Peter Njenga disclosed that the peak was recorded last month, upstaging the previous high of 2,411.98MW recorded in October.