Tanzania will get some help from the European Union (EU) as the member group looks to construct five renewable energy projects in Tanzania totaling around $10.7 million.
The emphasis for the fund will go toward the development of hydropower, solar energy, and biogas systems, according to the head of the EU delegation in Tanzania Tim Clarke. Lutengano Mwakahesya, Rural Energy Agency director general, added that a number of projects will be implemented through the grant, including construction of a new hydropower plant at Msolwa (Kilosa) and upgrading of the Mawengi hydropower plant. The EU will also underwrite the cost of small hydropower projects by contributing about 58.53% of $5.69 million that will cover Kisanga, Msolwa, and Madizini. Another $2.5 million hydropower project will supply power to villages in Iringa region with the EU contributing 79% of the funds.
The biogas project, expected to cost $2 million with 80% financed by the EU, will cover Arusha, Kilimanjaro, Tanga, and Dar el Salaam.
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