By Chisomo Phiri
The Electricity Generation Company Malawi Limited (EGENCO) says the first phase of a 10-megawatt solar power plant installation at the Nanjoka site in Salima District will be completed in 18 months, with an estimated cost of around K23 billion.
EGENCO Project Development and Contracts Manager,Harry Msosa made the announcement during an engagement meeting with the Salima District Council and other stakeholders on Friday.
Msosa stated that the project has been delayed to allow the contractor to design the plant on-site.
“The project commenced on 5 July this year and is expected to be completed by the end of 2025 if all goes well,” he said.
On his part,Salima District Commissioner James Mwenda praised EGENCO for the project, saying it will help boost the socio-economic growth of the nation.
The 50-megawatt power plant will be installed in three phases at the 105-hectare Nanjoka site, starting with 10 megawatts in the first and second phases and 30 megawatts in the final phase.
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