According to the latest Energy and Petroleum Statistics Report from the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA), Kenya has established itself as the leader in energy consumption and renewable energy generation within the East African Community (EAC). In 2025, Kenya recorded the highest electricity peak demand in the region at 2,316 megawatts (MW), an increase from 2,177 MW in 2024. This figure surpassed Tanzania’s 1,944 MW, Uganda’s 1,176 MW, and Rwanda’s 262 MW, while the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) closely followed with 2,174 MW.
Kenya’s total installed capacity reached 3,192 MW, ranking third in the region behind DRC and Tanzania. However, the country leads in renewable energy generation, particularly in geothermal power, which contributes 940 MW—representing the entire region’s geothermal capacity. The report highlighted that renewable sources accounted for 80.17% of Kenya’s electricity mix, reflecting a strong commitment to sustainability.
Regionally, renewable energy constituted 81% of total installed capacity in the EAC, with hydropower making up 65.15%. Kenya’s energy mix is notably diversified, effectively integrating geothermal, wind, solar, and hydro resources. Additionally, EPRA recognized Kenya’s regulatory performance, placing it third in Africa and first in East Africa in the Electricity Regulatory Index (ERI), highlighting its robust governance and stakeholder engagement in electricity market reforms.