Electricidade De Mocambique E P ’ s Chairman and CEO Mateus Magala discusses Mozambique ’ s growing sustainable energy potential
The energy sector in Africa remains complex . Escalating costs , ageing infrastructures and growing populations have placed an increased strain on resources . At present , existing electricity tariffs in Mozambique are not cost reflective , severely impacting the country ’ s ability to invest in sufficient power infrastructure to sustain domestic and industrial demand . In 2017 alone , Mozambique ’ s peak electricity demand reached 1,850MW , whilst the entirety of Southern Africa is facing increased demands of 38,897MW .
Primary energy demand has been historically met by traditional sources such as wood or charcoal ( which accounted for 64 % of energy production and 77 % of final energy consumption back in 2011 ). The country is now looking at alternative resources to support its growing need for electricity .
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110 February 2018