Prepare ahead
Simple steps to keep your phone charged, your lamp ready, and your water stored before an outage hits.
Outage preparation
Practical guides for preparing in Kenya.
Learn what to do before, during, and after a power or water outage so you stay safe, connected, and ready.
Ready for
Power cuts, dry taps, and disruption
Includes
Smart backup tips and product ideas
Goal
Keep your home prepared
Guide overview
What you'll find here
These outage guides are written for busy Kenyan households and small businesses. They focus on the most useful steps you can take right now, together with reliable backup ideas that work for Kenya's power and water challenges.
Choose the right gear
Practical product ideas for power banks, solar lights, home UPS units, and clean water storage solutions.
Report smartly
How to submit outage reports that help your neighbors and make the dashboard more accurate.
Track KPLC interruption notices
OutageKE now includes a dedicated KPLC interruptions page for scheduled electricity notice searches like "KPLC electricity interruptions June 22". Use it to verify whether a planned outage affects your county or neighbourhood.
This page is useful for local outage queries in Nairobi, Mombasa, Kisumu, and other high-interest areas.
View KPLC interruptionsPower backup that works in Kenya
Charge your phone, light your home, and keep small appliances running using products that are easy to find, durable, and affordable.
- Keep a quality power bank charged for phones, radios, and small lights.
- Use a solar lantern or rechargeable LED light instead of candles.
- Connect a compact UPS to your modem, router, or TV so you stay online during short blackouts.
These products are not a guarantee, but they are a reliable way to bridge the few hours between a notice and the actual outage. If the outage lasts longer, move to a safe place with power and water as soon as it is practical.
Water storage and simple hygiene
A small amount of stored water can make a big difference. Plan for drinking, cooking, and basic washing if taps run dry.
- Keep at least 5–10 liters of clean water in a covered container.
- Use reusable water bottles and fill them when the tap is still running.
- Wash hands with a small basin and keep a bottle of disinfectant nearby.
When water is scarce, use it carefully. Save it for drinking and cooking first, then use remaining water for cleaning and personal hygiene.
How to report outages better
A good report helps people nearby know where the outage is happening and whether it is already confirmed by others.
- Mention the county, sub-county, estate, landmark, or road.
- Note whether it is a power or water outage, and how long it has been happening.
- Share if you have confirmation from neighbors or if it is only your location.
The more complete the report, the easier it is for people to judge whether the outage is local, regional, or something affecting a wider area.
Recommended backup products
These product suggestions are chosen for Kenya conditions: reliable, easy to recharge, and affordable for most households.
Power bank
Keep a high-capacity power bank charged so your phone, radio, or small LED light stays powered during outages.
Solar lantern
A rechargeable solar lantern is safer than candles and gives steady light for kitchens and bedrooms.
Home UPS
A compact UPS can keep your modem, router, and phone chargers powered during short blackouts.
Water container
Store clean water in a covered jerry can or container ready for drinking and cooking.
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Stay ready
Use OutageKE as part of your outage plan.
Check alerts, report what you see, and keep a small backup kit ready for the next interruption.