Kenya Approves $900M Power Transmission Partnership with Adani Energy

The Kenyan government has approved a $900 million power transmission infrastructure proposal from power distribution company Adani Energy Solutions.

The project aims to construct 371km of transmission lines and five substations in eastern and western Kenya as part of a public-private partnership between the government and Adani Energy.

The move is part of the country’s broader plan to upgrade ageing infrastructure while reducing leakages and frequent power outages.

The project’s feasibility study report was completed and approved by the Kenya’s Treasury in May 2024. The initiative also serves as part of the country’s strategy to turn to private sector investment to cut government spending on infrastructure.