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Angola to Sell 4 Gigawatts of Surplus Electricity to Boost Economy by 2027

Angola to Sell 4 Gigawatts
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  • Angola plans to export surplus electricity to DR Congo, Zambia, and Namibia
  • Regional Interconnection Project backed by €1 billion aims to support mining sectors

Luanda, Angola – The Angolan government is set to launch a new initiative by 2027 aimed at diversifying the country’s economy and attracting additional foreign exchange. Central to this strategy is the planned sale of four gigawatts of surplus electricity to neighbouring nations, including the Democratic Republic of Congo, Zambia, and Namibia.

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