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Precision-engineered copper solutions trusted by contractors, utilities and manufacturers across Kenya and East Africa.
Bare stranded copper wire is an uninsulated conductor composed of multiple thin copper strands twisted or bunched together. This construction provides superior flexibility, excellent electrical conductivity, and outstanding resistance to mechanical fatigue compared to solid wire — making it the preferred choice for grounding systems, overhead transmission lines, earthing networks, and busbar connections across Kenya's rapidly growing power grid.
With Kenya's national electrification rate surpassing 75% and the government's ambitious Last Mile Connectivity program still expanding, demand for high-quality bare stranded copper conductors has never been stronger. Whether it's Kenya Power and Lighting Company (KPLC) extending rural grid networks or Nairobi's construction boom demanding reliable grounding solutions, bare stranded copper wire plays a critical role.
Backed by world-class manufacturing capabilities and a proven global export track record.
Understanding Kenya's unique industrial landscape helps us deliver exactly the right copper wire solutions for local needs.
Kenya Power and Lighting Company (KPLC) continues to invest billions in grid expansion under Vision 2030. Bare stranded copper wire is the primary conductor used in overhead distribution lines, substation earthing, and transformer connections across the country's 47 counties. The Last Mile Connectivity programme has created sustained demand for Class 2 and Class 5 stranded copper conductors.
Nairobi's skyline is transforming rapidly with mega-projects like the Nairobi Expressway, affordable housing initiatives, and commercial real estate development. Each project requires extensive grounding and bonding systems using bare stranded copper wire to protect structures and occupants from electrical faults and lightning strikes — a critical safety requirement enforced by Kenya's Electrical Inspectorate.
Kenya is a global leader in renewable energy, with geothermal power from Olkaria, wind energy from Lake Turkana Wind Power, and a growing solar sector. All these installations require high-quality bare copper stranded wire for grounding arrays, connecting inverters, and earthing substations. Our copper wire meets IEC standards required for utility-scale renewable energy projects.
With Safaricom, Airtel, and Telkom Kenya rolling out 4G and 5G networks, telecom tower grounding using bare stranded copper wire is a booming segment. Copper's superior conductivity and corrosion resistance make it indispensable for protecting sensitive telecom equipment from lightning and static discharge — especially critical in Kenya's highland and coastal environments.
Kenya's Special Economic Zones (SEZs) in Naivasha, Mombasa, and Kisumu are attracting significant manufacturing investment. Factories, food processing plants, and light industrial facilities all require bare copper stranded wire for machine grounding, EMI shielding, and electrical safety systems. Our flexible soft copper stranded wire is widely used in these dynamic industrial environments.
Kenya's growing vehicle assembly industry — including Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) projects in Nairobi — requires copper braided wire for battery connections, grounding straps, and flexible electrical connections. Our custom copper braided wire products are engineered to withstand the vibration and thermal cycling demands of automotive and transport applications.
From Nairobi's industrial corridors to Kenya's renewable energy frontier — our copper wire powers every sector.
Technical excellence combined with Kenya-specific supply chain advantages.
Electrolytic-grade copper ensures maximum conductivity (minimum 100% IACS), minimizing resistive losses in Kenya's power distribution networks.
Available from 1.5mm² to 400mm² cross-sections with custom strand counts (7, 19, 37, 61 strands) to meet specific project requirements across Kenya.
Engineered to perform reliably in Kenya's diverse climates — from Mombasa's humid coastal conditions to Nairobi's highland temperature variations.
Efficient shipping via Mombasa Port with competitive lead times. Bulk order discounts available for distributors and project contractors in Kenya and East Africa.
Kenya's electrification journey and industrial growth are creating powerful demand drivers for bare stranded copper wire.
Kenya's government targets 100% electricity access by 2030 under Vision 2030. This requires massive investment in distribution infrastructure, creating sustained demand for bare copper conductors for the next decade.
Kenya generates over 90% of its electricity from renewable sources. The continued expansion of geothermal, wind, and solar capacity means growing demand for grounding wire in utility-scale energy projects.
Kenya serves as a gateway for electrical materials into Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda, and South Sudan. Nairobi-based distributors increasingly source bare copper wire for regional re-export, amplifying market demand.
Kenya's Silicon Savannah ambitions and ongoing data center construction in Nairobi require precision copper grounding systems to protect sensitive IT infrastructure from electrical interference and surges.
Kenya's electrical market is projected to grow at over 8% CAGR through 2030, driven by infrastructure investment, urbanization, and industrial expansion across the East African Community.
As a leading bare stranded copper wire manufacturer and supplier, Xingma Copper is strategically positioned to serve Kenya's growing demand with competitive pricing, consistent quality, and reliable logistics through Mombasa Port.
Our products comply with IEC 60228, BS 6360, and Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBS) requirements, ensuring seamless approval for projects across all sectors.
Your trusted bare stranded copper wire manufacturer and export partner for Kenya and East Africa.
Zhejiang Xingma Co., Ltd. was established in 2019 and is located in Liushi, the capital of electrical appliances in China. It is an enterprise mainly engaged in metal products, wire and cable processing and sales; import and export of goods and technology. The company revolves around the construction of a modern enterprise mechanism and mass production of mechanical automation.
The leading products include copper wire, copper braided wire, copper stranded wire, soft copper stranded wire, brush wire, carbon brush wire, soft connection series products, metal stamping parts and other products. Best-selling at home and abroad, deeply trusted and welcomed by customers.
Zhejiang Xingma Copper Industry Co., Ltd. has a factory building with a construction area of more than 10,000 square meters and more than 100 employees. It has more than 300 domestic top-level manufacturing machines, including: Dingtian wire drawing machine, Fuchuan beam machine, pipe twisting machine, braiding machine, annealing furnace, middle drawing machine, automatic cutting machine, welding machine, air dryer, microscope hardness tester, automatic punching machine, 160-ton punching machine, wire dividing machine, flattening machine, large polishing machine, stamping parts cleaning machine, bench drill, packing machine, etc., with an annual production capacity of more than 2,000 tons.
The company abides by the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and major United Nations conventions, respects human and labor rights, opposes discrimination and harassment, and is brave and determined to achieve and surpass itself. Relying on the manufacturing industry and taking scientific and technological innovation as the concept, we will vigorously expand related industries and gradually develop and expand.
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