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Siaya Nuclear Power Plant

Sector: Nuclear • Location: Siaya, Kenya

Source: ESI-Africa.com

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Planned

The first proposed nuclear power plant in Kenya, expected to initially generate 1,000MW and gradually expand to 20,000MW by 2040. The project aims to increase energy security, reduce reliance on imports, and eliminate power shortages in Kenya. It will create over 10,000 jobs and operate under strict safety guidelines enforced by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).

Status
Prospective
Sector
Nuclear, Power Generation (CCGT), Government
Location
Siaya, Kenya
Updated
22 Jul 2026
Source
ESI-Africa.com

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The project “Siaya Nuclear Power Plant” is an infrastructure initiative in the Nuclear sector, located in Siaya, Kenya. Taiyo aggregates data on it from ESI-Africa.com.

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2026-07-22

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The first proposed nuclear power plant in Kenya, expected to initially generate 1,000MW and gradually expand to 20,000MW by 2040. The project aims to increase energy security, reduce reliance on imports, and eliminate power shortages in Kenya. It will create over 10,000 jobs and operate under strict safety guidelines enforced by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).

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Energy

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Kenya

City

Siaya

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ESI-Africa.com

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Nuclear, Power Generation (CCGT), Government

Article published date

2025-09-16

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