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What are the options for power generation in Angola?

Angola has numerous options for the generation of power. The present document considers the key options - hydro, thermal and new renewable– individually and combined in scenarios that meet the required levels of safety and redundancy.

How can Angola increase its power generation capacity?

Angola is working hard to increase its power generation capacity by boosting hydro and solar energy, as well as linking and expanding its electric grids. This will create more sustainable income sources, promote the global energy transition, increase the country’s exports and modernise the economic possibilities of its citizens.

Can Angola harness renewables?

Beyond the large expansion of Angola’s hydropower facilities, the country is also taking advantage of its potential for renewables. The Ministry of Energy and Water’s recent mapping studies reveal that the country could harness 16.3 GW of solar power and 3.9 GW of wind power.

Could Angola become Africa's largest producer of solar energy?

The Ministry of Energy and Water’s recent mapping studies reveal that the country could harness 16.3 GW of solar power and 3.9 GW of wind power. Angola has the potential to become sub-Saharan Africa’s largest producer of solar energy.

Will Angola and Namibia build a hydroelectric plant?

Namibia and Angola are set for a joint construction of the Baynes Dam hydroelectric plant with an installed capacity of 600 MW. The power production would be shared, 300 MW for each country; Power Africa is supporting the project. An additional connection in the north of Angola with the Democratic Republic of Congo is also being considered.

What is Angola's energy mix?

Angola’s current installed capacity is estimated at 5.7 GW but only 70 percent is in use. The country’s current energy mix consists of 61.8 percent hydropower, 37.6 percent other fossil fuels and 0.6 percent hybrid (solar/fossil fuel).