Rusizi III Hydropower Project

The Rusizi III Hydropower project was developed under the Economic Community of Great Lakes Countries (CEPGL) umbrella for Rwanda, Burundi and the Democratic Republic of Congo. The hydropower plant will generate 147MW and the power output will be shared among the three partner states, with Rwanda getting 47MW and the remainder being shared between Burundi and the DRC.

Period

7 years

Status

Ongoing

Source of funds

ADB,EU,WB

Implementing organisation

REG/EDCL

Contact Person

Jean Damasecene Harerimana

Position

Hydropower Development Specialist

Location

Kigali

Email

dharerimana@edcl.reg.rw

Phone

+250788463929

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