Construction of 287 MW Ruzizi IV Hydropower Project
USD 712.00M
Total Cost
50%
Progress
4
Stakeholders
3
Countries
Feasibility
Project Stage
Project Overview
The Ruzizi IV (287 MW) power plant project is located on the Ruzizi River, which forms a common border between Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) to the north, and between DRC and Burundi to the south. According to the pre-feasibility study by FICHTNER (May 2010), the plant will be situated between the existing Ruzizi II Hydropower plant (43.8 MW), operated by SINELAC since 1985, and the Ruzizi III Hydropower plant currently under development.
Key Objectives
The project aims to: (i) address the significant energy deficit in Burundi, eastern DRC, and Rwanda; (ii) support mining and agro-industry development with an expected immediate energy demand of 80 MW in Burundi, 60 MW in Kivu (eastern DRC), and 60 MW in Rwanda; (iii) complement the Ruzizi III plant...
Strategic Importance
Ruzizi IV represents a strategic regional energy infrastructure project that will play a vital role in enhancing integration among the Economic Community of the Great Lakes Countries (CEPGL) member states.
Technical Specifications
Technology: The project will utilize modern hydropower technology appropriate for the specific conditions of the Ruzizi River. Technical design elements will be f...
Capacity: 287 MW installed capacity with expected average annual generation of approximately 1,300-1,500 GWh, depending on hydrological conditions and operational regimes.
Capacity: 287 MW installed capacity with expected average annual generation of approximately 1,300-1,500 GWh, depending on hydrological conditions and operational regimes.
Financing Structure
The project preparation phase is financed through grants awarded to the three CEPGL member countries by: (i) European Union: €8,000,000; (ii) African Development Bank/NEPAD: €889,000; and (iii) State Contributions: €473,000.
Market Analysis
The regional power market analysis indicates significant supply deficits across all three countries, with demand growing at 7-10% annually. Current generation capacity falls well short of demand, resulting in frequent load shedding, industrial production constraints, and reliance on expensive thermal generation.
Investment Opportunities
Private sector opportunities include: (i) potential equity investment through the PPP structure being developed; (ii) EPC contracting for dam construction and power plant infrastructure; (iii) supply of electromechanical equipment; (iv) operations and maintenance services; (v) transmission infrastructure development; and (vi) consulting services for various technical aspects.
Key Stakeholders
Sponsor: CEPGL Member States (Burundi, Democratic Republic of Congo, Rwanda) with support from the European Union and African Development Bank
Partners: Energie des Pays des Grands Lacs (EGL), Economic Community of the Great Lakes Countries (CEPGL), Min...
Partners: Energie des Pays des Grands Lacs (EGL), Economic Community of the Great Lakes Countries (CEPGL), Min...
For More Information, Contact:
Christelle Onana
christellen@auda-nepad.org
Bernard Brian Cudjoe
bernardc@auda-nepad.org
www.au-pida.org
Christelle Onana
christellen@auda-nepad.org
Bernard Brian Cudjoe
bernardc@auda-nepad.org
www.au-pida.org