This archive report was first published on 11 September 2019.
On September 11, 2019, Mathare residents were plunged into a two-week power blackout, exacerbating the area's existing infrastructure challenges.
The power outage, which lasted for 14 days, had a significant impact on the daily lives of residents, who rely heavily on electricity for basic needs such as lighting, cooking, and communication.
As the community continues to grapple with the effects of the power outage, it is clear that more needs to be done to address the area's infrastructure needs and ensure that residents have access to reliable and sustainable energy sources.
