State reaffirms commitment to affordable, reliable industrial energy supply

CATHERINE ODOYO-KNA

The Government has reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring affordable, reliable, and sustainable energy for industries, as part of efforts to support economic growth, enhance competitiveness, and protect jobs amid uncertainties in global energy markets.

Speaking after a consultative meeting with leaders and representatives of the manufacturing sector under the Kenya Association of Manufacturers (KAM), Energy and Petroleum Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi said the Government remains focused on maintaining energy stability while creating a conducive environment for businesses to thrive.

Wandayi said the discussions centered on three key priorities including adequacy of energy supply, reliability and quality of electricity, and affordability of energy, noting that continued engagement between government and industry stakeholders was essential in addressing challenges facing the sector. 

“The Government remains firmly committed to ensuring affordable, reliable and sustainable energy for our industries and, in effect, their customers,” said Wandayi.

He emphasized that consultation and collaboration would remain central to the government’s approach, adding that solutions to challenges facing the energy sector could best be achieved through structured partnerships between public and private sector players.

“Our deliberations today with industry stakeholders focused on three key priorities: adequacy of energy supply, reliability and quality of electricity, and affordability of energy. We believe that the best solutions are achieved through partnership,” he stated.

The CS noted that the government was keen on ensuring the long-term sustainability of operations.