Energy

Due to the rapid growth in the population of The Gambia in recent years, demand for energy has far outstripped the ability of the State owned utility, NAWEC, to supply. 

The provision of reliable electricity to The Gambia has become a priority for the Government and there are opportunities at all levels. Generation capacity is substantially below demand, and particularly with the development of industry and tourism upcountry, opportunities will arise there also. The distribution system, while adequate for existing generating levels will also need investment.

Investment will be geared towards provision of aadequate, affordable and reliable energy supply to support socio-economic development. Strategies envisaged will include: increasing generation, transmission and distribution capacities; exploiting renewable energy potentials and improving energy efficiency.