The Rural Electrification Authority was established under Section 66 of the Energy Act, 2006 (No 12 of 2006) as a body corporate. It was created in order to accelerate the pace of rural electrification in the country, a function which was previously undertaken by the Ministry of Energy.

Our Mandate

To accelerate the pace of rural electrification in order to promote sustainable socio-economic development..

Under the Energy Act, REA is mandated to undertake the following functions:

• Manage the Rural /electrification Programme Fund
• Develop and update the rural electrification master plan
• Promote the use of renewable energy sources including
• small hydros, wind, solar, biomass, geothermal, hybrid systems  and oil fired components taking into account specific needs of certain areas including the potential for using electricity for irrigation and in support of off-farm income generating activities.
• Implementation and sourcing of additional funds for the rural electrification programme
• Management of the delineation, tendering and award of contracts for licences and permits for rural electrification

Our Vision

To be the provider of quality and affordable electricity to all in the rural areas

Our Mission

To efficiently provide high quality and affordable electricity connectivity in all rural areas and to achieve high standards of customer service through advancing community participation to ensure long term sustainability and socio-economic development 

Our Motto

Lighting up rural Kenya

Core Values

• Professional Integrity and Excellence
• Customer Focus
• Transparency
• Team Work
• Respect for People
• Passionate