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Kenya Power Blackouts Scheduled for 27th March 2025: Full List of Affected Areas

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Kenya Power has announced planned power maintenance scheduled for Thursday, 27th March 2025, affecting multiple regions including Nairobi, Kajiado, Samburu, Nandi, and Elgeyo Marakwet counties.

This comprehensive guide provides:
✅ Full list of affected areas
✅ Exact outage times for each location
✅ What to expect during the maintenance
✅ How to prepare for the power interruption

If you live or work in any of the listed regions, read on to find out if your area will be impacted.


Nairobi County – Power Maintenance Schedule

1. South C & Environs

Time: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Affected Areas:

  • Kongoni Primary School
  • Gikanjo Road
  • Muhoho Avenue
  • Nairobi South Hospital
  • Khalsa School
  • CID Training School
  • Kaisungura Road
  • Razana Hotel
  • MOW Sports Club

2. Kilimani & Part of Kibera

Time: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Affected Areas:

  • Rose Avenue
  • Kindaruma Road
  • George Padmore Road
  • Marcus Garvey Road
  • Carrefour Area
  • Chinese Centre
  • Tigoni Road
  • Kamburu Lane
  • Argwings Kodhek Road
  • Chaka Road
  • Chaka Mall
  • French School
  • Circle Mall
  • Kilimani Mall
  • Kabarnet Road
  • Rose of Sharon
  • NCK Building
  • Equity Bank Kilimani
  • Upper Hill Area
  • Sudan Embassy
  • Kibera Police Station
  • Kwa DC Area
  • Kibera Law Courts
  • Huduma Centre Kibera
  • Kichinjio, Makongeni, Mashimoni
  • Parts of Kisumu Ndogo, Gatwekera, Lindi

3. Mamlaka Road & Nyerere Road

Time: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Affected Areas:

  • Nairobi Primary School
  • University of Nairobi Hostels
  • Mamlaka Chapel
  • Stella Awinja Hostels
  • Shelter Afrique Building
  • Serena Hotel
  • YWCA Hostels
  • Part of Nyerere Road
  • Dorobo Road

Kajiado County – Power Maintenance Schedule

Kerarapon, Jogoo Road & Masai School

Time: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Affected Areas:

  • Whole of Kerarapon
  • Jogoo Road
  • Masai School
  • Hekima Area

Central Rift Region – Power Maintenance Schedule

Samburu County

Time: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Affected Areas:

  • Posta
  • Suguta Marmar
  • Churo
  • Maralal Township
  • Maralal Water Supply
  • Poro Radar Station
  • Loosuk
  • Mugie Ranch
  • Tangulbei
  • Kisima

North Rift Region – Power Maintenance Schedule

Nandi County

Time: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Affected Areas:

  • Sokosik
  • Kabururet

Elgeyo Marakwet County

Time: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Affected Areas:

  • Sego
  • Emsea

Why Is Kenya Power Conducting This Maintenance?

Planned power interruptions allow Kenya Power to:
✔ Upgrade aging infrastructure
✔ Fix faulty transformers & power lines
✔ Improve electricity supply reliability
✔ Prevent unexpected blackouts


How to Prepare for the Power Outage

  1. Charge essential devices (phones, laptops, power banks).
  2. Stock up on backup lighting (torches, candles).
  3. Use generators or inverters if available.
  4. Plan for refrigeration needs (minimize opening fridge/freezer).
  5. Check Kenya Power updates for any changes.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Will the outage last the entire scheduled time?

Most areas should have power restored by the stated time, but delays can occur.

2. How can I report an unplanned power outage?

Contact Kenya Power Care via Twitter (@KenyaPower) or call 97771 / 0703 070 707.

3. Will hospitals and critical facilities be affected?

Major hospitals often have backup generators, but confirm with your local facility.

4. Can I claim compensation for losses due to the outage?

Planned maintenance does not qualify for compensation. Only unplanned outages may be considered.