Energy and Petroleum Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi has pledged to ensure the realization of last-mile connectivity across the country.<\/p>\n
This, he said, will be accomplished through close collaboration with the Kenya Power and Lighting Company (KPLC) and the Rural Electrification and Renewable Energy Corporation (REREC).<\/p>\n
Speaking in Nyamchore village, Awendo, Migori County, where 305 households are set to benefit from last-mile connections, Wandayi reiterated his commitment to ensuring that all regions in the country are connected to the national grid.<\/p>\n
He added that he is working with other agencies to enhance the country\u2019s power network and reduce frequent outages.<\/p>\n
Wandayi revealed plans to expand the Awendo and Kehancha power lines as part of the ministry\u2019s broader efforts to boost energy supply.<\/p>\n
REREC Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Rose Mkalama, noted that providing rural communities with access to energy is key to fostering economic growth in those areas.<\/p>\n
Meanwhile, KPLC General Manager, Kennedy Owino, urged rural communities to protect government projects from vandalism, stressing that safeguarding these initiatives is essential for their long-term benefit.<\/p>\n
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