Construction of Hydroelectric Power Plants on the Inkisi River
Project Description
The Inkisi hydroelectric sites in the DRC are at Bemba, Sanga2, Kimbungu, and Kilenfu on the Inkisi River in Kongo Central Province, in the west of the country. They have a combined potential of 185MW and are situated less than 150km from Kinshasa, which has a power deficit of about 1,000MW.
The project aligns with public policies set out in:
- The Government Action Program (2024–2028), which aims to develop electricity production capacity
- The National Strategic Development Plan (PNSD 2024–28), which aims to guarantee reliable access to electricity for all social groups
- The Master Plan for Industrialization of the DRC by 2040. This project is a high priority, serving as a key lever for industrialization and accelerating economic growth through access to clean, reliable, and competitive energy.
Project Location:
| Item | Site name | Coordinates | Capacity (MW) | Production (GWh/year) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Zongo 3 | 4°47’54,75’’S/14°54’58,35’’E | 36 | 210 |
| 2 | Sanga 2 | 4°50’35,69’’S/14°57’20,88’’E | 60 | 360 |
| 3 | Kimbungu | 4°53’33,42’’S/14°59’29,45’’E | 40 | 240 |
| 4 | Kilefu | 4°57’43.98″S/15° 4’25.11″E | 50 | 300 |
Lead Agency/ Project Promoter:
National Electricity Company SNEL SA
Contact
2831 Avenue de la Justice, Kinshasa/Gombe, Democratic Republic of Congo, PO Box 500
Tel: +243 816 706 254
Email: snel_dg@snel.cd
Actions Required/ Implementation Arrangements/ Contract Type:
Concession Type of Public Private Partnership: Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV)
Availability of Pre-feasibility Studies, Feasibility Studies, and other Studies:
Supporting documents available for partners:
- SNEL SA’s Master Plan for the Development of Electrical Infrastructure
- SNEL SA Priority Investment Program
- SNEL SA Business Plan
- SNEL SA Recovery Plan
Estimated Cost of the Project:
US 442,900,000 (Capex US 430,000,000; Opex US 12,000,000)
Investment Required
US 442,900,000
Project Financial Position:
Expected annual revenue: US106,400,000 a year (based on 1,110GWh/year of producible electrical energy, excluding various technical and non-technical losses)
Period of Implementation:
For each of the falls, the timetable is:
- Studies: eight months;
- Procurement and contracting: 6 months
- Construction work: five years
- Operation: 30 years
Remarks:
Specific objectives, particularly in quantitative terms:
- Develop the hydroelectric potential of the Inkisi River
- Significantly increase installed capacity in the DRC
- Reduce power outages in Kinshasa
- Promote private investment in clean energy.
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DR Congo
Location (s)
Sector
Infrastructure: Transport, Energy, ICT, Mining and Water
Sub Sector
Renewable Energy
Investment Value Range
+ 100 million USD
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