Sierra Leone and Scatec Sign Landmark Agreement for 40MW Power Plant in Kamakwie
Energy Sector Lead, Dr. Kandeh Yumkella, has described the signing of a lease agreement between the Government of Sierra Leone and Release by Scatec for the deployment of a 40MW fast-track power plant in Kamakwie, Karene District, as a significant breakthrough in the country’s pursuit of energy sovereignty.
The project, expected to be commissioned by the second quarter of 2026, aligns with Sierra Leone’s ambitious Mission 300 initiative, which seeks to deliver 1.7GW of new generation capacity by 2030.
Dr. Yumkella commended the partnership forged with Scatec, emphasizing that the project represents a major step toward achieving Sierra Leone’s national energy goals.
“This partnership is a significant milestone in the Government’s efforts to address urgent energy needs in the provinces, particularly for industrial development and improved quality of life,” Dr. Yumkella said.
“The Kamakwie site was selected due to its strategic location and grid accessibility, enabling EGTC and EDSA to sell power to the regional network.”
Delivered through an innovative leasing model, the project will provide a modular, containerized energy solution that is clean, reliable, and rapidly deployable, designed to meet the fast-growing power demands of emerging markets.
Dr. Yumkella also disclosed that His Excellency President Julius Maada Bio is expected to perform the groundbreaking ceremony later this year.
Boosting National Capacity
Minister of Finance, Fantamadi Bangura, described the signing as a major milestone in the implementation of the Mission 300 Compact.
He expressed appreciation to the International Finance Corporation (IFC) and the World Bank for facilitating the agreement, noting that the additional 40MW will increase Sierra Leone’s total renewable energy capacity to 167MW, effectively doubling the country’s current solar output by 2026.
Strengthening Global Partnerships
Hans Olav Kvalvaag, Chief Executive Officer of Scatec, said his company was pleased with the strong collaboration built with Sierra Leone, highlighting the Government’s swift mobilization of resources and commitment to addressing the country’s energy challenges.
“We are committed to supporting Sierra Leone’s efforts by helping the country deliver clean, reliable electricity to communities across the nation,” he said.
The Kamakwie power plant is expected to provide critical support to the national grid, reduce generation shortfalls, and help meet the growing demand for electricity across the country.
About Release by Scatec
Release by Scatec is an independent company majority-owned by Scatec, a global renewable energy solutions provider. It delivers affordable and sustainable power through pre-financed, modular, scalable, and re-deployable leasing solutions for solar PV and battery energy storage systems (BESS).
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