Tanzania’s government has issued an advance payment of $309.65 million to Egypt-based Arab contractors to assist in the construction of the 2,100MW Stiegler’s Gorge hydroelectric project. The news from the responsible minister, Dr Medard Kalemani, comes after the State opened the bids for the 2100MW hydropower project in August last year and its construction will last for 36 months. “Since the government intends to produce 5,000MW of electricity to sustain its industrialisation agenda, Stiegler’s Gorge power project has come at the right time. The local portion (30%) will be settled once contractual processes are finalised by the contractor.”. The project will see the construction of a large dam along the Rufiji River in the Selous Game Reserve. 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Egyptian energy company Elsewedy Electric S.A.E along with an unspecified Arabian contracting partner has been appointed for the construction of the project. payment settled today will enable the contractor now to fully mobilize and The Tanzanian government continues to provide support for the development of the Stiegler’s Gorge Hydropower project on Rufiji River, with the latest being the issuance of an advance payment totaling $309.645 million to Egyptian company- Arab contractors to enable the construction of the project. This comes after the State opened the bids for the 2100MW hydropower project in August last year and its construction will last for 36 months. According to the Citizen, the advance payment forms part of Conservationists around the world have voiced concerns of possible irreversible damage to the reserve's rich habitat of wildlife species including elephants, cheetahs, giraffes and crocodiles. Share. Although the Selous is a recognised world heritage site, it was listed as “in danger” by UNESCO a couple of years ago when there were catastrophic falls in animal numbers after heavy poaching. Stiegler’s Gorge dam, which would be equal in generating capacity to the Aswan High Dam in Egypt, currently the largest in Africa, has been under discussion since the 1960s. However, wildlife will get Permanent Secretary Ministry of Energy Dr Hamis Mwinyimvua elaborated: “What is being paid…is 70% foreign portion of the advance payment. Communication and Information Technology minister Dr Faustine Ndugulile. The development of this hydropower project has been surrounded and sustained,” said the director general of the Council, Dr Samuel Gwamaka. TARI director general Dr. Geoffrey Mkamilo (L) listens to TARI Kibaha manager Hildelitha Msita and sugarcane lead scientist and national coordinator Dr. Nessie Luambano (R) explain the contribution of TARI to the sugar sector development at one of the farms at Mtibwa Sugar Estate Ltd. "The dam must be built...we are not going to listen to people who speak about impacts on the environment without facts on the grounds,” he asserted back in July this year. Tanzania looks to create local content opportunities in Stiegler’s Gorge hydropower project. The selected contractor is expected to complete the dam in no more than 36 months. Phase 1 -300MW, Phase 11 -600MW, Phase 111- 300MW and Phase 1V -900MW. THE government yesterday affirmed that construction of the mega Stiegler’s Gorge power project will start before July this year. Babalwa has been writing for the publication for over five years. Earlier this year Tanzania’s National Environmental Management Council approved the construction of the planned 2,100MW hydroelectric dam and assured that it will not have adverse impact on the local ecology. The government of Ethiopia is advising the Tanzanian government on the implementation of this project. “The issued guarantees triggered the next milestones of WWF-commissioned research on the Stiegler’s Gorge project strongly indicates that construction of the dam will have far-reaching negative impacts on the Selous, and beyond. © All content copyright 1997 - 2020 Clarion Energy, unless specified otherwise. An advance payment totalling $309.645 million has been paid to the contractors toRead More Deputy minister in the President’s Office (Public Service Management and Good Governance Degratius Ndejembi. The work will be carried out by the Egyptian companies Arab Contractor and Elsewedy Electric. The reserve has already had its elephant population reduced to 10 per cent of what it was in the 1970s owing to ‘industrial-scale poaching.’ It is also home to the critically endangered black rhinoceros. The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) has described the Stiegler’s Gorge power project as a matter of “significant concern for many years now due to its potential negative impact to the world heritage site.”. According to Tanzania’s Finance and Planning Ministry, the payment is equivalent to 15 percent of the total project cost. Construction of the mega Stiegler’s Gorge power project in Tanzania is set to begin before July this year. However, addressing the concerns, President John Magufuli Volumes I–IV + maps + two-dimensional Graphic Impact Model (TDGIM). Predictions 2021: Part one, ‘Hydrogen can unlock untapped renewables’. Its construction risks damage to a wetland of international importance, the Rufiji-Mafia-Kilwa Marine Ramsar Site, and could impact on the livelihoods of more than 200,000 people who live downstream. The Tanzanian government continues to provide support for the development of the Stiegler’s Gorge Hydropower project on Rufiji River, with the latest being the issuance of an advance payment totaling $309.645 million to Egyptian company- Arab contractors to … Email your librarian or administrator to recommend adding this journal to your organisation's collection. Babalwa Bungane is the content producer for ESI Africa - Clarion Events Africa. The Tanzanian Government is forging ahead with the development of the 2100MW Stiegler’s Gorge Hydropower project on the Rufiji River. “The tender was announced in August this year, and the process was open to both local and foreign private sector firms. Stiegler’s Gorge hydro power/dam construction begins this month Jul 24, 2019 The Tanzanian government plans to start construction of the Stiegler’s Gorge hydroelectric dam on Friday, July 26, 2019. Hai District Commissioner Lengai Ole Sabaya. Kalemani said the Stiegler's Gorge power generation project was expected to completely end the country's power woes and sustain local industries with electricity and sell the surplus outside the country. Until 2015, the then government of Tanzania had made talks for a possible construction of a 2000 MW hydro power dam at the gorge, sparking an outrage from environmentalists and UNESCO about the possible environmental effects of such a construction in an area as delicate as a wildlife sanctuary. A: At the Stiegler's Gorge, a 130m gravity arch dam can be constructed in phases according to power needs. The project will see the construction of a large dam along the Rufiji River in the Selous Game Reserve. The present project began in August 2017, when the Tanzanian government began advertising for bids. Construction of the mega Stiegler’s Gorge power project in Tanzania is set to begin before July this year. Kalemani said the process is currently at an advanced stage and within a short period, the ministry will announce the contractor awarded the tender for the project. 0. The Tanzanian government signed a construction agreement with Arab Contractors and Elsewedy Electric from Egypt in December 2018. The massive project has been on the drawing board for decades as part of Tanzania’s master power plan, which envisions Stieglers Gorge helping interconnect the grids of Tanzania, Kenya, Uganda and Zambia. 15% of the total cost of the project, furthermore, clause 14.2 of the signed By Majorwaves On May 28, 2019. The Citizen reports that on 15 April 2019, CRDB and UBA banks issued Advance Payment and Performance Guarantees to the Contractor-the joint venture of Arab Contractors and Elsewedy Electric S.A.E as per the project requirements. previously said: “After all, only 3.5% of the total area in the reserve Construction of the mega Stiegler’s Gorge power project in Tanzania is set to begin before July this year. … On 12th December 2018, Tanzania signed the much-awaited agreement to build the 2,100 MW Stiegler's Gorge Hydroelectric Power Station (SGHPS), on the Rufiji River, in the Selous Game Reserve, in southwestern Tanzania. local and 70% foreign currency (US Dollar). The project has, however, had its fair share of controversy stemming from its envisaged impact on the ecosystem within the Selous Game Reserve, which covers an area the size of Denmark. The news from the responsible minister, Dr Medard Kalemani, comes after the State opened the bids for the 2100MW hydropower project in August last year and its construction will last for 36 months. An Egyptian contractor who won the tender for the project is mobilising to start work of the $3.6 billion (about Sh8.5 trillion) project. The Tanzanian government plans to start construction of the Stiegler's Gorge hydroelectric dam on Friday, July 26, 2019. Tanzania’s power output. She also contributes to sister publications; Smart Energy International and Power Engineering International. FOUR out of 81 companies that submitted tenders for the 2,100-megawatt Stiegler's Gorge hydroelectric dam power project have been shortlisted as the project’s January 2018 starting date approaches, it has been confirmed. “The project is expected to bring a vast array of unspeakable benefits to hard-working Tanzanians,” he says. In Tanzania still about 70 to 80 per cent labour is absorbed in this sector. The construction of the Stiegler’s Gorge dam and hydroelectric power plant is expected to employ 12,000 people over the next three years, according to Hassan Abbasi, spokesman for the Tanzanian government. The Government of Tanzania will be covering the expenses of the entire project. Photo: Correspondent Gerald Kitabu. Predictions 2021: Part two, water sector will merge digitalisation processes, Ed’s note: Predicting climate finance drivers in 2021, Nuclear power: A sensible and sustainable option for Africa. will be used for hydro-electric power generation. The dam height is about 134 meters. Job Creation: This power project will do great things for job creation in Tanzania. Title: Microsoft Word - Economic Feasibility of the Stieglers Gorge Project.final Author: marian Created Date: 2/12/2019 12:21:54 PM At least 5,400 Tanzanians are set to get employment during the implementation of Stiegler's Gorge Hydroelectric Power Station (SGHPS), which will be able to generate over 2,100MW. Morogoro, Iringa, Dodoma, Njombe, Mbeya and Ruvuma regions are well protected Write CSS OR LESS and hit save. FORMER Prime Minister Mizengo Pinda. Hydroelectric power generation is cheap requiring only Sh36 per unit as compared to natural gas power generation that … The minister added: “I’m very confident that the advance Municipalities beware: The power of consent; the lynchpin of PoPIA? T he government on Tuesday (3rd April) affirmed that construction of the mega Stiegler’s Gorge power project will start before July this year. YOU MAY LIKE. The Tanzanian Minister of Energy, Dr Medard Kalemani, has indicated that the construction of Stiegler’s Gorge Power Generation Project is anticipated to begin in July this year. We expect by early next year, we will hand over the project to the winning bidder,” Armon said. the project including settling of the advance payment by the client which is In August 2017, the Tanzanian government advertised for bids to construct this dam. Report prepared by Euroconsult and Delft Hydraulic Laboratory (Nederlands). happening today,” said Dr Mwinyimvua. The lobbies have maintained that a power plant inside the Selous Game Reverve, a World Heritage site, will destroy the habitat. Construction of the Stiegler’s Gorge Power Generation Project in Tanzania is set to commence in July this year. But President Magufuli has said the decision to go ahead with the project was irreversible, “come rain, come sunshine.". Construction of the facility will involve building a main dam and appurtenant structures, with expected reservoir length of 100 km, covering an area of about 1,350 square km. Identification Study on the Ecological Impacts of the Stiegler's Gorge Power and Flood Control Project. president of Rotary club of Oyster bay, Maryanne Mugo. The dam will be fourth largest in Africa and ninth in the world. The power generated will be evacuated via a new 400kV high voltage power line to a substantiation where the power will be integrated into the national electricity grid. This comes after the State opened the bids for the 2100MW hydropower project in August last year and its construction will last for 36 months. “We are determined to make sure that all water sources in immediately begin implementation of the works as agreed.”. contract stated that the 15% advancement payment has been portioned at 30% Situated along the Rufiji River in the Selous Game Reserve, it will be the largest dam in the country, and its projected 2,100MW production capacity a big addition to the total national power production of 1,460MW. Op-ed: What will Joe Biden’s presidency mean for Africa? Arab Contractors Limited of Egypt emerged victor in the bid and is expected to inject Tsh.6.5 trillion ($ 2.9 billion) with government contributing the rest to arrive at the Tsh.8.2 trillion ($3.6 billion) total estimated cost with construction expected to be completed within 36 months` time. Mobisol insolvency: Is this the end to private electrification projects? Agricultural progress permits the shift of manpower from agricultural to non-agricultural sector. This comes after the State opened the bids for the 2100MW hydropower project in August last year and its construction will last for 36 months. Plans are underway to secure the contractor for the 2,100MW Stiegler’s Gorge hydropower project, according to Tanzania’s energy minister, Dr Medard Kalemani. In the picture J.V Arab Contractors/El Sewedy Electric officers sign an agreement of Stieglers Gorge hydropower project which will produce 2100 MW. The procurement director in the Ministry of Energy, Armon, said in Dar es Salaam yesterday that the applications of the four shortlisted bidders will now undergo further screening to get one tender winner. by a lot of criticism from various stakeholders because of its location close The Arab Contractors Company received a contract to design and construct the dam and power plant in October 2018. Also read:Construction of four power stations kicks off at Benban to the Selous Game Reserve. Home; Kitaifa; Kimataifa; Biashara; Burudani; Michezo; BREAKING NEWS The work will be carried out by the Egyptian companies Arab Contractor … enough drinking water compared to the past.”. By using our site you accept the terms of our cookie policy. The work will be carried out by the Egyptian companies Arab Contractor and Elsewedy Electric. POWER . Funds approved for West African off-grid project. The Tanzanian government has inaugurated the construction of the so-called Stiegler’s Gorge dam, officially known as the Rufiji Hydropower Project.It will be built on the Rufiji River in the Selous Game Reserve, which has been a Unesco World Heritage Site since 1982 and is one of the most iconic wildlife areas in Africa relatively undisturbed by human activity. The acting commissioner for energy in the ministry, Eng Innocent Luoga, commended all the companies that submitted bids and invited them to go after other power production projects around the country. The Tanzanian government plans to start construction of the Stiegler's Gorge hydroelectric dam on Friday, July 26, 2019. Four contractors shortlisted for Stiegler’s Dam power project FOUR out of 81 companies that submitted tenders for the 2,100-megawatt Stiegler's Gorge hydroelectric dam power project have been shortlisted as the project’s January 2018 starting date approaches, it has been confirmed. The massive project is part of Tanzania's power master plan, which envisions Stiegler’s Gorge helping interconnect the grids of Tanzania, Kenya, Uganda and Zambia. Recommend this journal. Babalwa is a social media enthusiast. Nigeria: Shell completes the sale of its 30% interest in Oil Mining Lease 17, Forecasts underestimate growth in global wind power sector, SEforALL Youth Summit to tackle sustainable energy transition, Ted Blom on Eskom outlook: 2021 will be worst year ever, 100MW Kipeto wind farm connects to Kenya’s power grid, Nigeria: Confusion about the latest electricity tariffs increase, KenGen invites consultants to provide ancillary services. The total capacity is 2,1000MW and four phases were proposed. The Stiegler’s Gorge power project is seen as important to the government’s plans to increase electricity availability as the country gears up for an all-out industrialisation drive. ippmedia.com © 1998-document.write(new Date().getFullYear()). Looking on are Mtibwa sugar estate Ltd officials. CTRL + SPACE for auto-complete. —Additional reporting by BBC MORE PHOTOS. Nemc officials, he said, will make frequent visits to the project to ensure environment al compliance, noting that the project has great significance to … Speaking ahead of the commissioning of the Kinyerezi II power generation project on Tuesday, Dr Kalemani said the project will be implemented in 36 months. The Stiegler’s Gorge power project announcement, however, triggered opposition from environmental conservationists and one legislator. Tanzania looks to create local content opportunities in Stiegler’s Gorge hydropower project. A great place to access the latest news and information. This site uses cookies which are essential to make the site function effectively. Phase 11 -600MW, Phase 11 -600MW, Phase 111- 300MW and Phase -900MW. 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