The Republic of Congo has signed two donation agreements with the African Development Bank (AfDB) totaling $1.5 million to strengthen its energy sector. These funds will be used to improve electricity access and reduce the country’s energy deficit. The signing of the agreements, which took place on February 26, 2025, marks an important step towards the sustainable development of Congo’s energy infrastructure.
The first agreement, worth $585,000, will finance studies for the development of hydroelectric dams at the Mbanza Ndounga and Linzolo sites, aimed at increasing electricity production capacity and promoting energy self-sufficiency. The second grant of $995,000 will fund the feasibility study and detailed design of transmission lines between Pointe-Noire and Brazzaville, as well as between Loudima and Djambala.
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Economy Minister Ludovic Ngatse emphasized the importance of these agreements for Congo, highlighting that they will contribute to electrification in both urban and rural areas. “These agreements reflect our close relationship with the African Development Bank and align with our strategy to ensure universal access to electricity,” said Ngatse.
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The mobilized funds will allow Congo to move forward with the implementation of short-term investment projects aligned with “Mission 300,” an initiative aimed at providing electricity to 300 million people in Africa by 2030. This support from the African Development Bank will be key to achieving the country’s energy goals and improving its infrastructure.
With the signing of these agreements, Congo reinforces its commitment to sustainable development and the improvement of its energy infrastructure, which will contribute to its economic growth and greater access to electricity for all citizens. This push for electrification will help position the country as a model of energy self-sufficiency in the region.
