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Power systems reinforcement project, Ghana

18th April 2008

By: Sheila Barradas

Creamer Media Research Coordinator & Senior Deputy Editor

  

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Name and location
Power systems reinforcement project, Ghana.

Project description
The power systems reinforcement project's aim is to help reduce electricity losses, improve the reliability of power supply and expand access to electricity for people living in the Kumasi area, in Ghana. The project is part of a wider Ghana Energy Development and Access Project (GEDAP), being financed by the World Bank, the Swiss Secretariat for Economic Affairs, the Global Environment Facility and the government of Ghana. Upon completion in five years, the GEDAP will provide services to some 135 000 households and businesses through the national grid and renewable energy resources.

Value
The Ghanaian government has signed a loan agreement for the amount of $44,5-million with the African Development Bank (AfDB) for the development of the project.

Duration
Not stated.

Breakdown of main contracts
Not stated.

Client
The Ghanaian government.

Latest developments
None stated.

Participants
AfDB (loan finance).

Construction materials
Not stated.

On budget and on time?
Not stated.

Contact details for project information
AfDB, Felix Njoku, tel +216 71 10 26 12
or email f.njoku@afdb.org
 

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