Virunga Energies Mini-Grid Project in North Kivu
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Source: Green Building Africa
Virunga Energies, a private mini-grid operator, constructed four powerplants between 2014 and 2019 using rivers in North Kivu, eastern Democratic Republic of Congo. The project set up an independent electricity network supplying power to the city of Goma and nearby towns, serving about 6.6 million people. The project addresses the challenge of low electricity demand by coordinating public-private
- Status
- Under Construction
- Sector
- Power Generation (CCGT), Commercial
- Location
- Goma, North Kivu, Democratic Republic of the Congo
- Updated
- 22 Jul 2026
- Source
- Green Building Africa
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Taiyo status | Under Construction |
Taiyo last update | 2026-07-22 |
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Description | Virunga Energies, a private mini-grid operator, constructed four powerplants between 2014 and 2019 using rivers in North Kivu, eastern Democratic Republic of Congo. The project set up an independent electricity network supplying power to the city of Goma and nearby towns, serving about 6.6 million people. The project addresses the challenge of low electricity demand by coordinating public-private partnerships, promoting electric appliance adoption, and supporting local businesses to stimulate demand and ensure financial sustainability. |
Original sector | Energy |
Location
Country | Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) |
State | North Kivu |
City | Goma |
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Record type | Project |
Sector | Power Generation (CCGT), Commercial |
Article published date | 2026-03-29 |
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