KenGen reports robust Seven Forks generation as festive season demand rises

Kenya Electricity Generating Company PLC said Monday that its Seven Forks hydro cascade is producing robust power, ensuring stable electricity supply and easing pressure on household and business bills as the country enters the festive season, Dec. 8, 2025.

KenGen Managing Director and CEO Eng. Peter Njenga said total hydro generation reached 473.14 megawatts against an installed capacity of 600.4 megawatts, reinforcing hydropower’s role in stabilizing the national grid.

“As of the morning of December 8, total hydro generation from the system stood at 473.14MW against an installed capacity of 600.4MW,” Njenga said, adding that Kenyans should expect reliable supply as demand rises.

Reservoir levels across the Seven Forks system — including Masinga, Kamburu, Gitaru, Kindaruma and Kiambere — remain safely above minimum operating thresholds. Njenga said these readings reflect the company’s disciplined management.

“These healthy reservoir levels signal sustained generation capacity across the cascade thanks to our robust water management program that ensure we deliver power output even during low rains seasons,” he said.

KenGen said strong hydropower output continues to moderate national electricity costs by reducing reliance on more expensive thermal generation.

“Hydro generation is not only the backbone of Kenya’s energy affordability, but also a stabilizer of national supply and a critical pillar of our renewable generation mix,” Njenga said. “The strong performance of our dams reflects sound planning, disciplined resource management, and a long-term view of national energy security.”

The company said it will continue to invest in watershed conservation, reforestation and climate-resilience programs to protect long-term water resources. Njenga said Kenya remains competitive during a period of global energy volatility.

“As the world grapples with climate volatility and rising energy prices, Kenya stands out. KenGen is ensuring stability today, while building a clean-energy future that is environmentally secure and economically competitive.”

KenGen holds more than 60 percent of Kenya’s power generation market share and operates with over 90 percent renewable capacity.