Juba Uninterruptible Power Supply Plant

What happened to Juba power plant in South Sudan?

Juba power plant in South Sudan is set to cease its operations following a notice issued by Ezra Construction and Development Group (ECDG), which generates and supplies Juba city with electricity.

Who financed the Juba electricity project?

The Bank funded the USD 38 million expansion and rehabilitation of the electricity distribution network in Juba. The project was primarily financed through a grant. It was implemented by the South Sudan Electricity Corporation, which is the power utility created by the Government.

What is the current power supply for Juba?

3.2.2.2 The current power supply for Juba is from a few generators (7 x 1.38 MW) being operated by SSEC. These will be rehabilitated with JICA support and an additional 5 machines will be installed. The generators will be fitted with gas emission reduction filters.

What is Juba electricity project?

3.2.3.1 The project entails rehabilitation and expansion of reliable and affordable electricity to residents and industries in Juba City. The implementation of the project shall have minimum disturbance to residents as it will utilize the existing route alignment along residential access roads.

Why did Ezra shut down its Juba power plant?

Ezra said in a statement that it will cease operating its power plant in the next few days, in pursuit of delayed US Dollars payment from the government of South Sudan. “Ezra Construction and Development Group (ECDG), hereby gives notice that the Juba power plant will cease to operate in the next few days.

How will Fula Rapids power plant affect Juba City?

In the medium term, the city will be fed with clean hydropower from the Fula Rapids Power Plant (42MW) which will reduce the proportion of thermal power into the Juba power network. 3.2.3.1 The project entails rehabilitation and expansion of reliable and affordable electricity to residents and industries in Juba City.