Mozambique has completed feasibility and environmental impact studies for a 400-megawatt solar power plant in Tete province, paving the way for the launch of a major renewable energy project, President Daniel Chapo announced on Saturday.
Speaking after a site visit to the Cahora Bassa Hydroelectric Dam with a World Bank delegation, Chapo confirmed that the project will now enter the bidding phase, with construction expected to follow.
“Now we will move on to the bidding launch phase until the award and construction of the power plant through 400 megawatt solar panels to increase HCB’s electricity production capacity,” he said.
The solar plant will be developed under the Cahora Bassa Hydroelectric (HCB) framework to expand national and regional electricity supply.
The initiative is expected to significantly increase HCB’s generation capacity and support energy access across southern Africa.
The solar plant is part of Mozambique’s broader strategy to meet its COP26 pledge of generating 62 percent of energy from renewable sources by 2030.
HCB currently supplies electricity to Mozambique, South Africa and Zimbabwe, and is one of the largest independent power producers in the region.
Mozambique’s geographic conditions also favour future wind energy development, reinforcing the country’s commitment to diversifying its energy mix.
Source: APA News
