The electrification of the city of Kisangani, in the Tshopo province, is a crucial issue for the development and well-being of its inhabitants. Recently, a meeting chaired by the Minister of Justice highlighted the need to rehabilitate the Tshopo 1 hydroelectric power plant and build the Tshopo 2 hydroelectric power plant to meet the growing demand for electricity.
The figures put forward at this meeting are impressive: a budget of 120 million US dollars is estimated to carry out these energy infrastructure projects. Funds from FRIVAO as well as potential public-private partnerships will be requested to complete the necessary financing. This is a substantial sum, but vital to guarantee a stable and sufficient electricity supply for the city and its surroundings.
The elected officials of Tshopo stressed the urgency of this work, particularly after the visit of the President of the Republic to Kisangani. It has been clearly demonstrated that the rehabilitation of the existing power plant and the construction of new infrastructure are absolute priorities to meet the current and future energy needs of the population.
The call for parliamentarians to financially support these projects over several years is understandable, given the scale of the investments required. It is essential that all political and economic actors commit to ensuring the completion of these projects, which are crucial for the region’s energy future.
The National Electricity Company (SNEL) will play a central role in the implementation of these projects, under the supervision of the relevant ministries. Their Director General stresses the need to renew existing electricity infrastructure to improve electricity production and distribution in Kisangani.
Strengthening the city’s electricity production capacity is an essential step to meet the growing needs of the population and support the region’s economic development. Modernizing existing facilities and building new infrastructure will ensure a reliable and sustainable electricity supply for years to come.
In conclusion, the investments needed to rehabilitate and build the Tshopo 1 and 2 hydroelectric power plants are essential to ensure stable access to electricity in Kisangani. These projects represent a major opportunity to improve the quality of life of residents and stimulate economic development in the region. It is therefore imperative that all stakeholders fully commit to the completion of these projects of capital importance for the energy future of Tshopo.