Kenya and Israel Ink a Five-Year Deal for Cooperation in Kenya’s Energy Sector

Kenya and Israel have entered into a five-year energy deal with the aim of fostering cooperation in the sector. The Kenya-Israel energy deal was signed by Cabinet Secretary for Energy and Petroleum, Opiyo Wandayi, and Israel’s Ambassador to Kenya, HE Michael Lotem. The agreement will support Kenya’s initiatives towards green and sustainable energy. Israel is expected to provide technical assistance and professional training. Furthermore, they will facilitate the transfer of high-end energy technologies. The pact is also concerned with reducing technical and commercial losses of power.

This will facilitate greater access to clean, secure, and affordable power. Furthermore, Israel will assist with renewable power storage and grid stabilization. This should advance Kenya’s electricity grid and power efficiency. Key areas of collaboration are solar power, biomass, geothermal power, and electric power transmission. Addressing the gathering, CS Wandayi appreciated Israel’s cooperation. He reaffirmed the contribution of this partnership towards taking Kenya to the end goal of being a completely green energy country.

Project Factsheet

Significance:

Supports Kenya’s transition to 100% clean energy through international cooperation.
Strengthens technical capacity and promotes the adoption of advanced renewable energy technologies.
Aligns with Kenya’s Vision 2030 and climate goals for sustainable development.

Infrastructure:

Focus on renewable energy sources, including solar, geothermal, and biomass.
Grid stabilization and power storage systems to enhance electricity reliability.
The Centre of Excellence for Energy will be established for technical training.

Developer:

Led by Kenya’s Ministry of Energy and Petroleum.
Technical support and innovation provided by the State of Israel.

Funding:

Specific funding details have not yet been disclosed.
Expected to involve government support and development partners.
Potential for private sector involvement in training and technology implementation.

The Scope of Implementation of the Kenya-Israel Energy Deal

The Kenya-Israel energy deal will focus on a number of aspects in the energy sector. These include renewable energy such as solar and biomass, and grid management. Moreover, Israel will help to build the capacity of Kenya by strengthening professional energy schools. Additionally, a Centre of Excellence for energy will be set up to build future experts. Universities and colleges will be engaged in creating human capital.

The deal also addresses power transmission, energy efficiency, and the resilience of critical infrastructure. It will be crucial in the modernization of Kenya’s energy infrastructure with Israel’s cutting-edge technology. Joint innovation and experience will also drive the green energy transition. With support, Kenya aims to achieve a 100 percent green energy transition. The Kenya-Israel energy deal is a long-term strategic partnership with dividends. The Ambassador highlighted human capital as vital in green energy initiatives. “It is the only surest way through which, as a country, you will sustain the transition to green power,” he said.