
Uganda – Tanzania Interconnector and Hybridization of Mafia Island
Energy
Information
Project Description
The project is at approval stage, it aims to improve the regional network by extending and connecting Tanzanian and Ugandan national grids, and hybridising the electricity supply of Mafia Island with solar energy.
Planned location
Shinyanga, Geita, Kagera
Financing Partners
- EU
- AFD
- WB
- JICA
Implementing Partners
- TANESCO
EU or EU MS supported?
Yes
EU private sector interest?
High interest from EU companies especially on Mafia Solar and power sub-stations.
Main opportunities for EU private sector (e.g. engineering services, works, equipment supply, digital solutions, PPP opportunities, technical assistance, etc.)
EPC, TA, supplier of equipment, Digital Solutions such as SCADA and STATCOM
Allocated amount
EU Grant €35.7 M ( total investment €669 M)
Status/Procurement plan
Not specified
Implementation period
Not specified