What is the latest status of the project “Isimba Hydropower Plant”?

The status recorded for “Isimba Hydropower Plant” is Operational.

Who are the main government, EPC, and private stakeholders for “Isimba Hydropower Plant”?

Taiyo maps the stakeholders of “Isimba Hydropower Plant”: EPCs/contractors (China International Water and Electricity Corporation), banks/investors (Exim Bank of China).

What is the budget and commercial profile for the project “Isimba Hydropower Plant”?

Taiyo normalizes the budget of “Isimba Hydropower Plant” to USD 567700000.

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Isimba Hydropower Plant

Sector: Water Supply and Storage • Location: Uganda

Source: allAfrica

Project

Operational

The Isimba Hydropower Plant, commissioned in 2019, is a significant hydroelectric project on the River Nile in Uganda. It has been facing safety concerns due to defects in its spillway, which could lead to catastrophic failures if not addressed. The plant is currently generating electricity but requires urgent repairs to ensure its structural integrity and safety for downstream communities.

Status: Under Construction
Sector: Water Supply and Storage, Hydro, Power Generation (CCGT)
Location: Uganda
Updated: 22 Jul 2026
Source: allAfrica

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The project “Isimba Hydropower Plant” is an infrastructure initiative in the Water Supply and Storage sector, located in Uganda. Taiyo aggregates data on it from allAfrica.

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Original status	Operational
Taiyo status	Under Construction
Taiyo last update	2026-07-22

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Description	The Isimba Hydropower Plant, commissioned in 2019, is a significant hydroelectric project on the River Nile in Uganda. It has been facing safety concerns due to defects in its spillway, which could lead to catastrophic failures if not addressed. The plant is currently generating electricity but requires urgent repairs to ensure its structural integrity and safety for downstream communities.
Original sector	Energy
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Uganda

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Record type	Project
Sector	Water Supply and Storage, Hydro, Power Generation (CCGT)
Article published date	2025-05-08

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