The Cabinet has approved new energy and petroleum policies and a transport financing model, as President Ruto cites daily load-shedding and targets 10,000MW capacity and revived road and rail projects. key driver for economic growth. With over 25% of the population still lacking. The National Energy Policy 2025–2034 is therefore a tool in spearheading our country's vision of equitable energy transition, focusing on innovation, resilience, and sustainability to meet the needs of all Kenyans. They have fostered regulatory reforms and incentivized investment in the energy sector and laid the foundation for energy governance in the country bot nd 9. However, when examined critically, the policy reveals key gaps — particularly regarding its environmental commitments and the protection of community rights. This policy must reflect the fact that we need to.
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