EPRA Chairperson named new EREA General Assembly Chair as Kenya hosts annual meeting

The conference brings together energy stakeholders from across the East African Community (EAC) to discuss how harmonised regulation and strategic partnerships can unlock growth across the electricity, petroleum, and renewable energy value chains.

“It is a privilege for Kenya to take up the Chairmanship of the EREA General Assembly at such a pivotal time for the energy sector in the region,” said the EPRA Chairperson. “This is both a recognition of the progress we have made in regulatory reform and a call to action to strengthen our cooperation in supporting sustainable energy access for all.”

Held under the theme “Promoting the EAC Energy Union through Enhancing Efficient Energy Regulation and a Just Energy Transition,” the conference reflects the region’s shared commitment to building robust, integrated, and future-ready energy systems.

Mr. Daniel Kiptoo, Director General at EPRA, added: “The conference and the Chairmanship at the Association provide an opportunity to develop harmonised regulations that attract cross-border investment and fast-track large-scale infrastructure projects, thereby improving overall sector growth.”

Kenya has made substantial progress in strengthening its energy regulatory environment across both the electricity and petroleum sectors. With more than 80% of electricity generation sourced from renewables, and major infrastructure investments in transmission, petroleum logistics, and off-grid solutions, Kenya has become a model for integrated, pro-investment regulatory reform.

Kenya is currently benefiting from 200 MW of clean energy imported from Ethiopia, increasing electricity imports to 751.95 GWh—or 10.41% of total consumption in 2024—up from 419.13 GWh (6.16%) reported in 2023. The country also maintains energy exchange agreements with the Uganda Electricity Transmission Company Limited (UETCL) and the Tanzania Electricity Supply Company Limited (TANESCO).

A major achievement preceding the Mombasa conference is the activation of the 510-kilometre Kenya–Tanzania 400kV transmission line, which runs from Isinya in Kajiado County to Singida, Tanzania, via Arusha.

DG Kiptoo further noted that Kenya is actively promoting national and regional progress through its petroleum trade. In 2024, 4.8 million litres of fuel were imported for both local consumption and re-export to Uganda, South Sudan, the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Rwanda, and Burundi.