How does Senegal support regional energy cooperation?

Senegal supports regional energy cooperation as a member of the West African Power Pool (WAPP) and is a member of regional organizations to develop hydroelectricity resources on the Senegal (OMVS – Senegal River Basin Development Organization) and Gambia (OMVG – Gambia River Basin Development Organization) rivers.

How many MW of electricity does Senegal have?

Phase One’s 16 turbines began supplying 50 MW of electricity to Senegal’s grid in December 2019, while additional phases since July 2021 add 108 MW, increasing the country’s electricity supply by 15 percent.

How much does electricity cost in Senegal?

Due to dependence on expensive liquid fuels for 90 percent of power generation, Senegal has some of the highest generation costs in Africa. While electricity generation costs range from 34 to 38 cents per kilowatt hour, consumers pay roughly 24 cents per kilowatt hour with the difference covered by government subsidies.

What is the hydro potential of the Senegal River basin?

The Senegal River Basin’s hydro potential is estimated at 1,200 MW, of which only 260 MW has so far been developed. During the 1990s a Special Purpose company – Société de Gestion de l’Energie de Manantali (SOGEM, jointly owned by all three OMVS countries) was established.

Is Senegal a power Africa focus country?

Senegal is a Power Africa focus country. Power Africa is a market-driven, U.S. government-led public-private partnership aiming to double access to electricity in Africa. It offers private sector entities tools and resources to facilitate doing business in Africa’s power sector.