{
  "id": 3914168,
  "title": "Govt powers up new Nanyuki-Isiolo line after 14-year wait",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/28/govt-powers-up-new-nanyuki-isiolo-line-after-14-year-wait",
  "topic": "business",
  "section": "Business",
  "published": "2026-08-28T06:49:45.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "People Daily Kenya",
    "slug": "people-daily-kenya",
    "url": "https://peopledaily.digital/news/govt-powers-up-new-nanyuki-isiolo-line-after-14-year-wait"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "After a prolonged 14-year wait, the 132kV Nanyuki-Isiolo Transmission Line has been successfully energized by Kenya Electricity Transmission Company (KETRACO). The 72-kilometre power project, spanning from 2012 to 2026, is set to significantly improve electricity supply across parts of Mount Kenya and Upper Eastern regions. Acting Managing Director Eng. Kipkemoi Kibias expressed satisfaction at the project's completion, stating that it will deliver immediate benefits to consumers, including improved voltage levels at the Nanyuki Substation. The transmission line is expected to enhance electricity supply to Isiolo, Meru, Laikipia, and the broader Upper Eastern region, while also reducing power interruptions and improving power quality.",
  "summary": "Nanyuki-Isiolo power project has finally energized, with KETRACO reporting immediate voltage improvement as Upper Eastern prepares for new investments After more than a decade of waiting, Kenya has finally energized the long-awaited 132kV Nanyuki-Isiolo Transmission Line, a major power infrastructure project expected to transform electricity supply across parts of the Mount Kenya and Upper…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}