RUFIJI, COAST REGION: The 2,115 MW Julius Nyerere Hydropower Project (JNHPP) is nearing completion, with overall progress reaching 99.55 percent, the Managing Director of the Tanzania Electric Supply Company (TANESCO), Engineer Gissima Nyamo-Hanga, revealed today.
Speaking during a site visit in Rufiji, the MD urged project supervisors to ensure that the remaining work is completed to the highest standards, emphasizing that JNHPP is a crucial step in meeting the energy demands of Tanzanians.
The TANESCO chief told reporters that five turbines—numbered 9, 8, 7, 6, and 5—are fully operational, collectively contributing an average of 1,175 megawatts to the national grid.
He added that turbine number 4 has been installed and is undergoing testing, while the installation of turbine number 3 has surpassed 87 percent progress.
He highlighted the importance of maintaining high standards for the installation of the four remaining turbines to ensure the project’s efficiency and its positive impact on Tanzania’s energy supply.
“We must ensure that every turbine functions flawlessly so that the electricity produced meets the demands of our nation without complications,” he emphasized.
Eng. Nyamo-Hanga commended the government, the Ministry of Energy, and other stakeholders for their unwavering financial and administrative support throughout the project’s execution.
He assured citizens that TANESCO remains steadfast in its oversight of the project, guaranteeing timely completion and delivery of both economic and social benefits.
“TANESCO is committed to overseeing this project with the utmost professionalism and diligence. We will ensure it is completed on schedule and delivers meaningful benefits to our people,” he affirmed.
The 6.6 trillion Tanzanian Shilling project is named after Julius Nyerere, Tanzania’s first President, who envisioned the initiative.
Once completed, the landmark JNHPP will produce 2,115 megawatts of electricity, fulfilling Nyerere’s vision of leveraging Tanzania’s natural resources to meet future energy needs.
