KenGen named among Africa’s top 25 energy companies

Nairobi, Kenya - Kenya Electricity Generating Company (KenGen) has been recognized as one of Africa's top 25 energy companies by Pan African Voice in their 2026 ranking. The assessment took into account the companies' size, market position, strategic importance, growth, and reach across the continent. KenGen boasts an impressive installed generation capacity of 1,786 megawatts, with 826MW sourced from hydropower, 754MW from geothermal, and a smaller 25.5MW from wind.

The remaining capacity is met through thermal power. Managing Director Peter Njenga attributed the company's achievement to its substantial investment in renewable energy, particularly in geothermal power. He highlighted that this expertise demonstrates how clean energy can bolster energy security, aid industrial growth, and yield enduring economic and environmental benefits.

Looking ahead, KenGen aims to extend its influence in geothermal development beyond Kenya by sharing technical expertise with other African nations. In Kenya itself, the company is working on the Olkaria Green Energy Park project, which seeks to entice industrial investment by connecting businesses to renewable electricity sources.