Kenya Secures EU and German Support for Gogo Hydropower Redevelopment

Kenya’s push for clean and reliable energy has received a major boost after the Government of Germany, through KfW, and the European Union committed funding for the redevelopment of the 8.6 MW Gogo Hydropower Plant and the Green Resilient Electricity System (GRESP).

Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi said the redevelopment will significantly enhance electricity production in the Western and Nyanza regions, where demand has been rising steadily. The project is expected to reduce grid losses, improve supply reliability, and mitigate load shedding, while also fostering industrial growth and strengthening the country’s long-term energy security.

“We express our gratitude to the Government of Germany, through KfW, and the European Union for their funding support for the redevelopment of the 8.6 MW Gogo Hydropower Plant and the Grant for the Green Resilient Electricity System (GRESP),” Mbadi said in his statement.

Speaking during the signing ceremony, Mbadi welcomed German Ambassador Sebastian Groth and European Union Ambassador Henriette Geiger, who led their delegations in finalizing the funding deal. The CS noted that the support marks an important milestone in Kenya’s clean energy transition agenda and aligns with the government’s broader commitment to sustainability and climate resilience.

The Gogo Hydropower Plant, first commissioned in the 1950s, has long been due for modernization. Its redevelopment is expected not only to stabilize power supply in Western Kenya but also to unlock new opportunities for industries and businesses in the region.

The GRESP grant will further complement these efforts by supporting green electricity systems, ensuring resilience, and providing a more robust backbone for Kenya’s energy sector.