Kisumu City has once again reaffirmed it’s position as the fastest growing business hub in the region, attracting investors and exuding confidence among the business community with keen interest in the Western circuit and by extension, East Africa, after the world’s leading off-grid solar energy company, Sun King, opened it’s second customer experience centre in Kenya at the iconic Kisumu’s landmark, Mega Plaza along Oginga Odinga Street.
Vice President at EasyBuy Direct Sales, East and Southern Africa at Sun King, Victor Atandi, said the aim is to bring alternative energy solutiins closer to the people, adding that the affordability and accessibility of the products will now enhance business by creating solutions for its sustainability.
“Opening our Kisumu experience centre is another step in our mission to bring affordable, reliable solar power to every Kenyan household and business. This centre gives our customers a place to explore our full range of products, receive hands-on support, and find the right energy solutions for their daily lives,” he said.
“This is inline with the company’s ambitious initiative of complementing its nationwide network of 163 shops. Its launch marks another milestone in the company’s mission to expand access to affordable solar solutions across the country, especially in under-electrified western Kenyan counties.” Atandi added in his statement.
The launch was attended by Kisumu county’s minister for energy, Jerome Ochieng and a delegation from the directorate of energy to reafirm their commitment in advancing and scalling the county’s quest for clean, sustainable and renewable energy.
So far, some of the successful and notable key solar initiatives include:
- Solar-powered supply also known as Solar Maji Project in Chuthber South West Ward in Seme subcounty
- Solar-powered water supply in North Nyakach ward in Nyakach subcounty
- Solar pumps for boreholes across the county
- Smart meter initiative in health across the county
- Community solar home system in Muhoroni
- Green energy policy (100% renewables cities and regions roadmap)
- Solar street lighting and sustainable energy for government offices
In his statement, Ochieng’ acknowledged the company’s entry into the city, noting that its mission and vision realigns with the county’s development agenda anchored on sustainable energy access and innovation.
“We are impressed with the innovation and happy that we’re creating an enabling environment for businesses like Sunking and the likes, by streamlining licensing processes, providing linkages with the local communities and also promoting innovation in green energy,” he said.
Ochieng’ reiterated the county’s commitment in ensuring strategic partnership with key players in the energy sector for transformative development across the county.
“The County Government of Kisumu is proud to support Sun King’s efforts because they align with our vision of building a resilient, green economy. By powering homes, businesses, and social institutions with clean solar solutions, Sun King is not only reducing carbon emissions but also lowering the cost of living for our people,” he added.
