TANZANIA MAKES HISTORY: KISHAPU SOLAR POWER PROJECT COMPLETED





📌 A total of 50 Megawatts to be connected to the National Grid by March 1, 2026

📌 TZS 118.6 billion invested in Phase One

📌 Preparations for Phase Two (100MW) underway

Tanzania has made new history in the energy sector following the completion of the Kishapu Solar Power Project in Shinyanga Region — the largest and first project of its kind in the country.

Speaking on February 21, 2026, after inspecting the project, the Managing Director of TANESCO, Mr. Lazaro Twange, said the completion of the project demonstrates the strong commitment of the Sixth Phase Government to improving access to reliable electricity services for Tanzanians.

“This is a new chapter in our nation’s history. Since independence, we have never had such a large solar power project. Through the Ministry of Energy and TANESCO, the Government has made history, and today you have witnessed electricity being generated here. By March 1, 2026, a total of 50 Megawatts will have been connected to the National Grid,” emphasized Mr. Twange.

Mr. Twange also expressed gratitude to the President of the United Republic of Tanzania, Samia Suluhu Hassan, for facilitating the availability of TZS 118.6 billion in collaboration with the French Development Agency, funds that enabled the implementation of Phase One of the project.

On his part, the Kishapu District Commissioner, Mr. Peter Masindi, stated that the project is an important catalyst for economic growth in the area, particularly for youth engaged in mining and agricultural activities.

“This project has created employment opportunities for our citizens and opened a new chapter of development. Reliable electricity will increase productivity in the mining and agricultural sectors and stimulate economic and social activities for the people of Kishapu,” said Mr. Masindi.

Meanwhile, the Acting Manager of the Kishapu Power Generation Station, Engineer Mariana Mrosso, explained that the facility will strengthen the stability of the National Grid and improve the quality of electricity supply, particularly for customers in the Lake Zone regions.

“The electricity generated here will increase generation capacity on the National Grid and enhance service efficiency for our customers, especially in the Lake Zone regions,” Engineer Mrosso clarified.

It has been stated that by March 1, 2026, all 50 Megawatts will be connected to the National Grid.

At the same time, TANESCO is in the final stages of procuring a contractor for the implementation of Phase Two of the project, which will generate 100 Megawatts at a cost of TZS 200.4 billion.

The Kishapu Solar Power Project is described as a symbol of major transformation and a significant milestone in Tanzania’s shift toward renewable energy in electricity generation — a move aimed at strengthening national energy security and accelerating economic and social development.

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