The King Mohammed VI power plant in Niger has been inaugurated with an aim to play a crucial role in addressing Niger’s energy deficit, improving electricity access, and enhancing the local energy infrastructure.
Organized under the High Patronage of Brigadier General Abdourrahmane Tiani, President of the National Council for the Safeguard of the Homeland (CNSP), and presided over by Niger’s Prime Minister and Minister of Economy and Finance, Ali Mahamane Lamine Zeine, the inauguration ceremony was attended by a significant Moroccan delegation.
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Co-development
The facility, with a production capacity of 22.5 MVA (20 MW), is situated in the Gamkaley industrial zone, a hub critical for Niger’s economic activities. This project underscores Morocco’s vision for African solidarity and regional co-development. It reflects a broader effort to strengthen the economic and social fabric of Sahelian countries through strategic initiatives.
The project was executed in record time through a collaboration involving Moroccan Agency for International Cooperation (AMCI), National Office of Electricity and Drinking Water (ONEE), and Niger’s National Electricity Company (NIGELEC).
This power plant is a testament to Morocco’s dedication to advancing African development, enhancing energy security, and strengthening bilateral ties with Niger. It represents a model for how African nations can work together to achieve shared prosperity and stability amidst pressing regional challenges.
Under King Mohammed VI’s leadership, Morocco has taken proactive steps to support development in Sahelian countries. The Royal Initiative to improve Sahelian access to the Atlantic Ocean is a key example of Morocco’s broader geopolitical and economic strategy.