4 FAQs about Democratic Republic of Congo microgrid outdoor cabinet single phase

Does DRC have a mini-grid strategy?

The World Bank Group is working with the government on DRC's strategy on mini-grids and increased focus on delivering mini-grids at scale in the country.

How many people in eastern DRC will have access to electricity?

As a result, over 28,000 households and businesses in eastern DRC will have access to more affordable and reliable electricity. “Though it was a complicated transaction, MIGA worked diligently to innovate and provide guarantees to de-risk this metro-grid investment,”said Jessica Stiefler, Senior Underwriter and Distributed Energy Lead at MIGA.

Why is infrastructure development so difficult in DRC?

However, persistent conflicts and a challenging political and economic environment have made infrastructure development difficult. With an electrification rate of just 19%, DRC has the second-highest number of people globally — about 77 million — without access to electricity. Less than 2% of rural areas are electrified.

Is the Democratic Republic of the Congo a good country?

As the largest country in Sub-Saharan Africa by area, the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) is endowed with exceptional natural resources. However, persistent conflicts and a challenging political and economic environment have made infrastructure development difficult.

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