Traders storm Kenya Power station over frequent power outages in Lodwar
North Eastern
By
Rashid Lorogoi
| Sep 27, 2024
Traders in Lodwar, Turkana County, stormed the local Kenya Power station yesterday, demanding an explanation for the frequent power outages that have plagued the town for over a week.
The business community also raised their plight at the office of Turkana county commissioner over the power blackouts.
The business people threatened to stage large-scale protests that could disrupt Kenya Power's operations if the issue of frequent power outages is not resolved quickly.
Edward Okumu, the vice chair of the Turkana branch of the Kenya Chambers of Commerce, stated that the business community in Turkana deserves the same level of services as other Kenyans. He demanded that the relevant authorities provide solutions to address this issue.
READ MORE
Seven former Kenya Power managers to be charged over Sh150m scandal
CS Duale says pastoralists key to success of Kenya's climate action
Kenya, Tanzania bet on new strategy to protect Mara ecosystem
School fire: Emergency doors were closed from outside, watchman was missing
PS calls for tree planting to mitigate drought, floods
Maasai Mara University sues VC over Sh215m embezzlement case
Paris 2024: Kipyegon shatters own Olympic record to win third gold in women's 1500m
Paris 2024: Timothy leads Komen and Reynold into 1500m semis as he eyes another podium finish
Paris 2024: Kipyegon has Faith in her ability as she heads to France
The community claimed their businesses have incurred huge losses this past week because of the issue being unresolved.
They asked President William Ruto to fulfill the promise he made during the Tobong Lore cultural event last year of connecting Turkana county to the national grid.