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South Sudan launches $267 million Uganda power project

The Ministry of Finance and Planning and the African Development Bank launched the initiative in Juba on Tuesday.

South Sudan has started a $267 million project to import electricity from Uganda, aiming to reduce reliance on diesel and improve power for homes and businesses. The Ministry of Finance and Planning and the African Development Bank launched the initiative in Juba on Tuesday.

This project advances a cross-border connection designed to supply power to South Sudan. The initiative seeks to improve the nation's power infrastructure and reduce the costs associated with current energy generation methods.

The African Development Bank is a key partner in financing this significant infrastructure development. The project aims to provide a more stable and affordable electricity supply across the country.

Why it mattersSouth Sudan will import electricity from Uganda through a $267 million project to improve power supply for homes and businesses.