EXHENB Engineering is implementing solar mini-grid systems under the Kenya Off-Grid Solar Access Project (KOSAP), providing sustainable electricity to underserved communities in Kwale County.
Client: Kenya Power and Lighting Company
Capacity: 3 x 1.1MWp solar PV mini-grids (with storage & hybrid backup systems)
Location: Kwale County
Scope
- Turnkey EPC services for remote solar mini-grid stations, designed for islanded operation
- Installation of photovoltaic arrays, centralized lithium-ion battery banks, and synchronized diesel generators
- Site civil works including transformer pads, fencing, control room structures, and localized distribution networks
- Engagement of local communities for demand profiling, system handover training, and long-term operability
Status: Ongoing (expected completion Q2 2026)
Impact
Electrification of over 5,000 residents in three coastal villages, enabling reliable energy access for households, learning institutions, healthcare facilities, and productive-use enterprises.
Each system is modularly configured for phased load expansion and remote monitoring.