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Kenya Power has begun installing advanced sensors on its power lines to detect faults, temperature changes, and mechanical stress in real-time.
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The goal is to reduce electricity outages and enhance the overall performance of the national grid.
The new devices, known as Megger’s MGA Sensors, are being deployed through a partnership between Amotech Africa and Megger, a global leader in electrical testing equipment. The installation officially kicked off today.
In recent months, Kenya has experienced frequent power outages, often lasting for hours and causing significant losses for both businesses and households.
These repeated disruptions have led to growing frustration among the public, prompting the need for more effective solutions.
“Previously, our technical teams had to physically inspect the power lines to locate faults,” said Jackson Mwema, Sales Manager at Amotech Africa. “Now, with built-in technology, the sensors will monitor the lines and transmit real-time data via cellular networks to a central system. This allows the operations team to receive instant alerts about line failures, including their exact location.”
He added, “This technology cuts fault detection time by at least 60%, meaning affected areas can have power restored much faster.”
To ensure the long-term success of the project, Amotech has organized a five-day training program for Kenya Power staff.
“This continent is full of potential, but electrification still doesn’t reach every corner,” said Pryra, Senior Applications Engineer at Megger. “With these improvements, we can expand infrastructure and deliver power to more people. It’s a mission we’re passionate about, and we’re proud to support KPLC in making it a reality.”
