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KfW digitalises DRC substation to better connect power from the Congo

The modern substation for the Inga I and II power plants on the Congo River significantly stabilises the electricity supply. Image courtesy KfW. Smart Energy International is the leading authority on the smart meter, smart grid and smart energy markets, providing up-to-the-minute global news, incisive comment and professional resources.

DR Congo: South Korean firm to build 20MW solar power capacity

The cities of Lodja, Lomela and Lusambo in Sankuru province will benefit from three solar photovoltaic (PV) power plants generating a combined total of 20MW by year-end, following a memorandum of understanding signed on 13 April in Kinshasa. The agreement was signed by Société Nationale d''Electricité (Snel) chairman Makombo Monga Mawawi and

DR Congo''s energy infrastructure – May 2024 | African Energy

This map provides a detailed view of energy infrastructure across DR Congo. The locations of power generation facilities that are operating, under construction or planned are shown by type – including liquid fuels, natural gas, coal, hybrid, hydroelectricity, solar and methane. Generation sites are marked with different sized circles to show sites of 1-9MW, 10

DR Congo country map | African Energy

DR Congo country map. Power, Renewable energy, Off-grid energy, Commercial & industrial, Thermal energy, Transmission & distribution Issue 506 - 28 May 2024 DR Congo''s energy infrastructure – May 2024 An account also allows you to view selected free articles, set up news alerts, search our African Energy Live Data power projects

DR Congo: BBOXX partners with GE | African Energy

Off-grid solar company BBOXX and General Electric (GE) announced the launch of a partnership in the Democratic Republic of Congo on 25 September. BBOXX expanded into the country earlier this year, forming a partnership with Victron Energy to supply larger solar systems to businesses in Goma as well as trialling mini-grids. In June, BBOXX signed an

Electricity infrastructure in DR Congo | African Energy

DR Congo: Contractor sought for Lungudi hydro | African Energy

The Project Coordination and Management Unit (UCM) of the Ministry of Water Resources and Electricity invites bids by 17 July for the extension of the Lungudi hydropower plant in Tshikapa in the south- western province of Kasai. The Lungudi 2 project is be financed by the African Development Bank group as part of the Governance Improvement and Access to

DR Congo: Ministers sign Inga treaty | African Energy

South Africa and Democratic Republic of Congo signed a treaty on the Inga hydropower Project on 29 October during a visit to Kinshasa by President Jacob Zuma. The treaty, signed by South African energy minister Dikobe Ben Martins and his DRC counterpart Bruno Kapandji Kalala, paves the way for a future power purchase agreement (PPA).

KfW digitalises DRC substation to better connect

Germany''s state-owned development bank KfW invested €20 million ($22.1 million) to finance the modernisation of the substation at the Inga I and Inga II hydropower plants in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).

DR Congo state minister commends Chinese-built

Alexis Gisaro Muvuni, state minister for Infrastructure and Public Works of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), said Thursday that he was impressed by the techniques witnessed at the Busanga hydroelectric plant in the southeastern province of Lualaba. The DRC and the Chinese side should further promote investment in electricity and infrastructure, and unleash

200MW solar plant to be built in DR Congo

A 200MW solar plant project is set to be constructed in Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Soleos Energy, an Indian renewable energy developer, and Melci Holdings, a specialist in electrical engineering inked a deal to launch the project. The energy project estimated to cost US $200M will generate about 350 million kWh of clean energy

DR Congo''s power sector infrastructure | African Energy

Published in April 2012 as part of the African Energy Atlas 2012, this map provides an overview of major power generation sites and electricity transmission networks in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Inset maps show a layout of the Inga dam projects, proposed international interconnections from Inga, and the Ruzizi projects along the border with Rwanda.

DR Congo: Nuru raises funds for three solar hybrid

DR Congo: Zongo II start-up | African Energy

The 150MW Zongo II dam in Kongo Central province has started supplying an initial 37MW to the grid. A formal inauguration is planned for December. The project was built by Sinohydro and financed by a $360m loan from the Export-Import Bank of China. Visiting the site on 2 September, energy and water resources minister Ingele Ifoto said the plant would significantly improve

DR Congo: Tantalex finalises lithium deal with Glencore

DR Congo: Tantalex finalises lithium deal with Glencore. Issue 495 - 16 Nov 2023 - By Marc Howard set up news alerts, search our African Energy Live Data power projects database and view project locations on our interactive map Register. Further Reading. DR Congo: Tantalex outlines development of its Manono lithium resource African

DR Congo: Parliament backs Sombwe hydro | African Energy

Parliament''s Environment, Tourism, Natural Resources and Development Committee has given its support to the 166MW Sombwe hydropower project being developed by Congolese company Kipay Investments in Upper Katanga province. The $500m project is being developed on the Lufira River, 30km downstream of the Kiubo Falls, 300km north of Kolwezi,

Electricity infrastructure in DR Congo | African Energy

Published in September 2014, this map provides a detailed overview of DRC''s electricity generation and transmission network. Completed and future projects are marked, with generation sites including hydropower, thermal (including gas turbine), solar and biofuel projects. Transmission lines range from 132kV to 500kV. The map is made using EPS graphics, which

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Forecasting of the developmental prospects and potential of Democratic Republic of the Congo by the Institute for Security Studies (ISS) African Futures and Innovation (AFI) programme. The Current Path forecast is divided into summaries based on demographics, economics, poverty, health/WaSH and climate change/energy. A second section then presents scenario for

DR Congo: Prepaid meters aim to improve Snel''s finances

State utility Société Nationale d''Electricité (Snel) aims to improve its dire financial situation by increasing the number of prepaid meters. An initial scheme in 1990 failed because Snel acquired 6,000 meters but no management system, and then staff who had been trained to install and check them left the company. Another project was launched in 2011, with

DR Congo: Snel helicopter to monitor power lines | African Energy

Société Nationale d''Electricité (Snel) on 19 December took delivery of an Airbus H135 helicopter to monitor its 6,000km high-voltage transmission network in remote areas that cannot be accessed by road. The World Bank funded the purchase of the helicopter and the training of crews with up to €4.39m ($4.78m) as part of its support for the Southern African

DR Congo: Chinese set for key role in Inga 3 scheme | African Energy

Officials in Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) are making bullish noises about the much-anticipated Inga 3 hydroelectric power project, with the bidding whittled down to two consortia, which officials say are expected to present their final offers by 31 July, for contracts to be signed by year-end. Veteran energy official Bruno Kapandji Kalala – appointed by

DR Congo: Solar and hydroelectric power investment planned for

As the post-Kabila Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) DR Congo: Solar and hydroelectric power investment planned for Kisangani. Issue 463 - 27 Jun 2022 | 2 minute read. An account also allows you to view selected free articles, set up news alerts, search our African Energy Live Data power projects database and view project locations on

Environmentalists slam DR Congo oil block auction plan

A plan by Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) Environmentalists slam DR Congo oil block auction plan. Issue 459 - 03 May 2022 | 1 minute read. A plan by Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) to auction 16 oil and gas blocks has attracted opposition from environmental groups, who accuse President Félix Tshisekedi''s government of threatening a

DR Congo: Inga agreement | African Energy

The Agence pour le Développement et la Promotion du Projet Grand Inga (ADPI-DRC) signed an agreement on 16 October with Chinese and Spanish consortia for the 11,000MW Inga III project. The exclusive development agreement establishes the terms for cooperation in the implementation of the $14bn Inga III project, and sets the terms for the

Exploring Smart Mobility Potential in Kinshasa (DR-Congo) as a

The urban landscape of Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo, faces significant mobility challenges, primarily stemming from rapid urbanization, overpopulation, and outdated infrastructure. These challenges necessitate the exploration of modern smart mobility concepts to improve traffic flow, road safety, and sustainability. This study investigates the

DR Congo: Nuru raises funds for three solar hybrid metro-grids

Goma-based renewable energy developer Nuru closed a funding round in early July, set up news alerts, search our African Energy Live Data power projects database and view project locations on our interactive map DR Congo: Local provider to commission 1.3MW in Goma Related projects. Bunia Solar PV, Battery, Diesel Goma Expansion Solar PV

DR Congo: Renewables promise more than mega-projects

Democratic Republic of Congo boasts massive energy generation potential from hydro, wind or solar, but the traditional approach of evaluating hundreds of prospective hydro sites across the country looks increasingly flawed. Overcoming the chronic shortage of available generation capacity is most likely to be achieved by focusing on relatively modest projects

Democratic Republic of Congo''s power infrastructure | African Energy

Published as part of African Energy 328, this map provides an overview of power infrastructure in DR Congo. The sites of existing and planned power projects are clearly marked, alongside transmission lines ranging from 220kV to 500 kV. The map is made using eps graphics, meaning that there is no loss of resolution as the image is enlarged.

DR Congo''s power infrastructure | African Energy

Revised November 2014, this map provides an overview of the major power generation and transmission infrastructure in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Inset provide a more detailed look at the Inga dam projects, international

DR Congo: Stucky clarifies on Inga concerns | African Energy

Swiss engineering consultancy Stucky has said that the Inga I and II dams show "permanent deformations" and that it is studying the cause.State power utility Société Nationale d''Electricité du Congo (Snel) gave Stucky a contract in 2012 to investigate the causes of permanent deformations in the dams and powerhouses that had been observed since

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Smart Congo, est une société d''électricité axé sur la question de l''énergie en République Démocratique du Congo, en particulier dans le domaine des énergies renouvelables et principalement l''énergie solaire. Basé à Kinshasa, Smart

Start of work on DR Congo''s Banana port is good news for Grand

Start of work on DR Congo''s Banana port is good news for Grand Inga dam. Issue 454 - 08 Feb 2022 set up news alerts, search our African Energy Live Data power projects database and view project locations on our interactive map Register. Further Reading

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