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Is universal electricity access a global challenge in Sub-Saharan Africa?

Achieving universal electricity access is a global challenge and an urgent priority in Sub-Saharan Africa. In Western and Central Africa, only 52 percent of the population had access to electricity in 2020.

Why is Senegal importing electricity from Guinea-Bissau?

Senegal is now exporting electricity to The Gambia and Guinea-Bissau and importing from Guinea through bilateral power trade contracts. The interconnection has enabled a total power trade capacity of 800 MW, which is eight times the current peak load of The Gambia, improving service reliability for more than 2.5 million households and businesses.

Does Guinea-Bissau have Hydroelectricity?

As a result, Guinea-Bissau has transitioned from relying entirely on expensive heavy fuel oil (HFO) from rental power to 100 percent hydroelectricity imported from Guinea. Senegal is now exporting electricity to The Gambia and Guinea-Bissau and importing from Guinea through bilateral power trade contracts.