Kenya Power has announced plans to phase out petrol and diesel-powered vehicles and motorbikes from its fleet in favour of electric ones as the country’s shift to clean transport gathers momentum. The State-owned power utility has set aside Sh40 million this financial year to purchase three electric vehicles that include two pick-ups and one four-wheel drive on a pilot basis. Part of the kitty will also be used in the construction of three vehicle-charging stations within Nairobi for the company’s use and for demonstration. Kenya Power acting managing director Geoffrey Muli said the company wi…