Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) has reported a steady rise in energy demand in Kenya, signaling sustained economic activity and growing confidence in the country’s energy sector.
According to the Biannual Energy and Petroleum Statistics Report for July to December 2025, electricity demand grew by 8.25 percent, reflecting increased consumption across households, businesses, and industries.
The report highlights a broader upward trend, with liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) demand rising by 14.59 percent and petroleum products increasing by 8.38 percent during the same period.
Rising electricity use reflects economic activity
The growth in electricity demand was mirrored in overall generation, which rose to 7,807.07 GWh from 7,211.36 GWh in the previous period.
Kenya also recorded a new peak electricity demand of 2,439.06 MW on December 3, an indication of expanding usage driven by economic recovery, urbanization, and increased connectivity.
EPRA Director General Daniel Kiptoo Bargoria described the trend as a positive signal for the sector.
“The energy and petroleum uptake results are encouraging because they indicate support from Kenyans on the sector. They also point to opportunities that should be taken up to make for more sustainable growth,” he said.
Consumers benefit from flexible tariffs
The report also shows that consumers are increasingly benefiting from regulatory measures such as the Time of Use (ToU) tariff system.
Through this system, users receive a 50 percent discount on electricity consumed during off-peak hours between 10 p.m. and 6 a.m.
As a result, consumers saved approximately KSh 971 million during the review period, highlighting the impact of policy interventions aimed at making energy more affordable and efficient.
Renewable energy maintains dominance
Kenya continues to strengthen its position as a leader in clean energy, with renewable sources accounting for 80.60 percent of installed electricity capacity.
Similarly, 78.79 percent of electricity supplied to the national grid during the period came from renewable energy, underlining the country’s commitment to sustainable power generation.
Solar photovoltaic systems remain a key contributor to captive generation, accounting for 326.7 MW, while bioenergy contributes 163.8 MW.
Growth in clean technologies and connections
The report points to rapid growth in emerging energy technologies, particularly in electric mobility, which expanded significantly during the period under review.
At the same time, the national grid continued to expand, with 182,195 new electricity connections added, bringing the total number of connections to over 10.2 million by the end of December 2025.
This expansion reflects ongoing efforts to improve access to electricity and support economic inclusion across the country.
Policy reforms supporting transition
EPRA also highlighted key regulatory developments aimed at accelerating the transition to clean energy.
The gazettement of the Energy (Solar Water Heating) Regulations, 2025 and the Energy (Biofuels) Regulations, 2025 is expected to drive adoption of sustainable technologies and diversify energy sources.
These measures are designed to reduce reliance on fossil fuels while promoting environmentally friendly alternatives.
Strengthening resilience and future growth
Kenya’s energy sector continues to evolve in response to both domestic demand and global climate priorities.
With agriculture, industry, and urban centers increasingly reliant on stable energy supply, the growth in demand reflects the central role of energy in driving economic transformation.
The report also underscores the importance of continued investment in infrastructure, innovation, and policy frameworks to sustain this growth.
As the country builds on its renewable energy leadership and expands access to modern energy solutions, the outlook for the sector remains positive, with strong potential to support long-term development and resilience.
