By John Kariuki
Mandera South Member of Parliament Abdul Haro Kore has reassured residents of Elwak and Mandera Town that significant progress is being made to address the region’s power challenges. Speaking after a high-level meeting with key stakeholders, Kore expressed optimism that a lasting solution is on the horizon.
The MP, accompanied by Mandera Governor Mohamed Adan Khalif, held a productive meeting with the Principal Secretary for the State Department of Energy, Alex Wachira. The discussions were part of a series of engagements to resolve the power crisis that has plagued the region. The meeting followed recent presidential directives aimed at prioritizing the issue.
“We had a lengthy but very productive meeting with the Principal Secretary, and we explored various viable options to restore reliable power to Elwak and Mandera Town,” Kore stated.
He further disclosed that technical teams from Kenya Power & Lighting Company (KPLC) are already on the ground in Elwak. The teams have been tasked with restoring power within two to three days from the start of the intervention.
“I can assure my people in Elwak that there is hope in the air,” Kore said, emphasizing the government’s commitment to resolving the issue.
This development comes as a relief to residents who have endured prolonged power outages that have disrupted businesses and daily life. The MP and Governor pledged to continue working with relevant authorities to ensure the restoration efforts are sustainable in the long term.
As the technical teams work to restore power, residents are hopeful for a brighter and more stable future.