What is a solar power plant in South Sudan?

Image: The recently launched 20MW solar energy plant in South Sudan. Credit: Ezra Group A public-private partnership in South Sudan has launched the country’s first major solar power plant and Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) in the capital Juba, where it is expected to provide electricity to thousands of homes.

How much power does South Sudan need?

Meanwhile, with an installed capacity of approximately 130 MW, the majority of which is used to supply power to the country’s extensive oil fields, South Sudan is currently evaluating ways to meet its power demand of 300 MW by way of renewable energy prospects.

Why is South Sudan struggling to provide electricity to its citizens?

According to a 2024 sciencedirect.com report, South Sudan struggles to provide its citizens access to electricity despite having abundant energy resources, particularly fossil fuels.

Will Ethiopia provide electricity to South Sudan?

Ethiopia is currently targeting an electricity transmission and distribution capacity of more than 70,000 GW, offering scope to supply much-needed electricity to South Sudan, whose electrification rates are amongst the lowest on the African continent.

Will South Sudan benefit from Ethiopia's diversified off-grid power system?

As a member of the Eastern Africa Power Pool – a collaborative effort by 13 east African countries to interconnect their power grids and facilitate efficient trade of electricity among its member states – South Sudan will benefit from co-member Ethiopia’s diversified, off-grid power systems.

Will South Sudan replace 11 kV power lines in Juba?

Replacing Juba’s 11 kV power lines, the government of South Sudan, has also rolled-out a network of 33 kV lines to connect an additional 20,000 local consumers in Juba.