Kenya Power has announced planned electricity outages on June 26, affecting eight counties, including Kisii, for maintenance purposes. The update provides details on the specific areas impacted and the expected restoration times for power services.

Kenya Power and Lighting Company announced planned electricity interruptions across several counties on Tuesday, September 8, citing system maintenance and upgrades. According to Tuko, the outages will affect nine counties, including Mombasa, Nairobi, Nyeri, Homa Bay, and Tharaka Nithi. Residents and businesses in the affected areas are expected to experience power cuts during the scheduled maintenance period.

According to Legit.ng, the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has announced a scheduled seven-hour power outage in Abuja for maintenance purposes. The outage will take place from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and will affect areas including Mpape, Maitama, and Life Camp, with the aim of ensuring a swift restoration of power.

On June 25, 2026, Nairobi experienced significant disruptions as police established roadblocks in anticipation of protests. The city center was notably quiet, with many businesses closed and Kenyatta Avenue largely deserted, featuring only a few pedestrians and vehicles. This heightened security presence was part of efforts to manage the situation ahead of the planned demonstrations, according to Eastleigh Voice.

The Nairobi City Water and Sewerage Company has issued a public advisory urging residents to report leaking pipes and bursts in their homes or neighborhoods. In a notice dated September 9, 2026, the utility warned that minor leaks can escalate quickly and cause widespread dry taps across estates. It distinguished between household plumbing issues and public infrastructure damage, and published regional hotlines for reporting incidents.

The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) announced a six-hour power outage affecting parts of Abuja on Tuesday. In a statement issued Monday, the Federal Government-owned company said the blackout would result from annual maintenance work at its 132/33kV Katampe 1 Transmission Substation. The scheduled exercise means residents and businesses in the affected areas of the capital will experience temporary loss of electricity supply while the maintenance is carried out.