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Kenya’s Green Shield Against Global Oil Shocks

Neville Ng'ambwa March 11, 2026

Amidst global oil market volatility, exacerbated by geopolitical tensions, Kenya is strategically leveraging its renewable energy potential. By fast-tracking decentralized solar and micro-grids, the nation aims to protect its rural communities from price shocks and position its green grid as a competitive advantage in the era of carbon pricing.

Tech & Energy

Kenya Power Energizes Northern Corridor with Voi EV Hub

Neville Ng'ambwa March 9, 2026

Kenya Power is spearheading the e-mobility revolution, with a new charging hub in Voi set to energize the Northern Corridor. This strategic expansion supports a 188% surge in EV adoption, ensuring sustainable and accessible electric transport across Kenya.

Tech & Energy

KCB Powers Kenya’s Green Future with Alliance High School Solar

Neville Ng'ambwa March 6, 2026

KCB Bank Kenya is driving the nation's clean energy transition, exemplified by its support for the solarization project at Alliance High School. This initiative, unveiled during the school's centenary, highlights a national commitment to sustainable infrastructure within education, reducing costs and carbon footprints while fostering resilience.

Tech & Energy

KenGen Powers Green Safari Rally 2026

Neville Ng'ambwa February 27, 2026

KenGen is transforming the WRC Safari Rally 2026 into a showcase for green energy. Through geothermal tourism, EV charging infrastructure discussions, and a KSh 5.1 million sponsorship of diverse drivers, KenGen is linking the thrill of motorsport with a commitment to sustainability, inspiring a new generation towards clean energy values and a zero-carbon future.

Tech & Energy

IFC’s Investments in New Gas Projects Are Destroying Africa

Correspondent February 17, 2026

Gas by another name is still gas. Every dollar invested in new LNG terminals is a dollar not invested in solar, wind, or storage. Africa deserves an energy future built on resilience, not fossil fuel lock-in.

Conservation Tech & Energy

Nairobi Waste to Energy Transformation

Neville Ng'ambwa February 10, 2026

Nairobi is turning garbage into gold! 🇰🇪 Under the leadership of Governor Johnson Sakaja and CECM Maureen Njeri, the city is launching a major Waste-to-Energy project in Dandora projected to produce 70MW.

Tech & Energy

REREC Boosts Rural Solar Training in Kenya

Big3Africa Desk February 6, 2026

Kenya’s Rural Electrification and Renewable Energy Corporation (REREC) is scaling up regional training centers to fast-track solar adoption and slash biomass dependency in rural counties like Kitui.

Tech & Energy

Kenya Introduces Green Number Plates as It Launches National E-Mobility Policy

Big3Africa Desk February 3, 2026

Kenya has introduced green number plates for all electric vehicles following the launch of its National E-Mobility Policy. The move aims to promote zero-emission transport, cut greenhouse gas emissions by 32% by 2030, and accelerate the shift away from fossil fuels in the transport sector.

Tech & Energy

Kenya’s 100% Clean Energy Compact

Neville Ng'ambwa January 26, 2026

The National Energy Compact (2025–2030) is Kenya's bold strategy to achieve universal electricity access and 100% clean power generation by 2030, cementing its position as a global leader in sustainable development.

Tech & Energy

Kenya Hosts 2026 Clean Cooking Summit

Neville Ng'ambwa January 23, 2026

Kenya, the United States, Norway and the International Energy Agency are collaborating to accelerate clean cooking solutions in Africa at the 2026 Summit in Nairobi. The event builds on commitments made in 2024 and aims to close the gap in access to modern cooking fuels for over a billion Africans.