Energy system of Kenya
Access to electricity has increased dramatically in Kenya over the past 20 years, reaching almost 3/4 of the population today. The Last Mile Connectivity Project of the Rural Electrification Authority aims to deliver universal access by 2022.
Key recommendations
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Developing clear, prioritised and well-co-ordinated implementation plans to deliver on Kenya’s overall strategy for modernising its energy sector, including the availability of a skilled workforce.
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Enhancing inter-ministerial co-ordination to promote effective development of Kenya’s energy sector.
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Maintaining and improving the timeliness, completeness and accuracy of national energy data, especially for demand-side data, including by aligning collection and reporting methodologies.
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Modernising the national energy statistics system by establishing a data dashboard, including upgrading the data management infrastructure through a centralised data repository.