Outdoor power station factory in Angola

What is the power sector in Angola?

Revised in May 2023, this map provides a detailed view of the power sector in Angola. The locations of power generation facilities that are operating, under construction or planned are shown by type – including liquid fuels, gas and liquid fuels, natural gas, hybrid, hydroelectricity, solar PV, wind and biomass/biogas.

How is Angola generating power?

The main focus of Angola’s power generation programme is on expanding its hydroelectric potential, which is already the country’s main source of power. The most recent hydro project is the massive 2.07-GW Laúca hydroelectric power station, which reached its full capacity in September 2023.

Will Angola and Namibia build a hydroelectric plant?

Namibia and Angola are set for a joint construction of the Baynes Dam hydroelectric plant with an installed capacity of 600 MW. The power production would be shared, 300 MW for each country; Power Africa is supporting the project. An additional connection in the north of Angola with the Democratic Republic of Congo is also being considered.

Does Angola export electricity?

Currently, Angola has no major import or export capability for electricity. The planned interconnection with Namibia via the Baynes hydro power plant (600 MW) would link Angola to the Southern African Power Pool.