Under the new law, the number of residents required for city status has been reduced from 500,000 to 250,000. The new energy law establishes three key national entities to manage and regulate the sector. The Rural Electrification and Renewable Energy Corporation shall oversee implementation of the Rural Electrification Programme, manage the Rural Electrification Programme Fund and source for additional funds for the Rural Electrification Programme and renewable energy. The Nuclear Power and Energy Agency will propose policies and legislation necessary for the successful implementation of a nuclear power programme. The agency shall undertake extensive public education and awareness on Kenya’s nuclear power programme.

Source: The Star March 12, 2019 13:18 UTC