In mid-June, Kenyan government spokesman Isaac Mwaura emphasized in an article that Kenya, despite having domestic oil reserves in Turkana and abundant renewable resources such as solar, wind, and geothermal, still faces significant power supply constraints. As of 2024, the country's total installed capacity is only about 3,321 MW, including 940 MW from geothermal and 614 MW from thermal sources. For a fast-growing economy, the energy gap is critical. Mwaura further argued that nuclear power will play a vital role in ensuring clean, stable electricity, projecting that a single plant could create over 10,000 jobs for Kenyan youth.
But Kenya is not alone. Across Africa, the conversation around energy is rapidly evolving. The dual pressure of economic growth and climate resilience is pushing governments to diversify their energy portfolios and reduce their dependence on fossil fuels.
