Djibouti Advances Energy Expansion with Geothermal and Solar Projects by 2026

Djibouti is enhancing its energy infrastructure in 2026, focusing on geothermal and solar projects to support its logistics hub role. A 20-50 MW geothermal plant is planned for Lake Assal, alongside a 25 MW solar facility at Grand Bara. Djibouti's generation capacity currently stands at 220-230 MW, heavily reliant on Ethiopian electricity. Upgrades to interconnections with Ethiopia aim to stabilize power supply. A 23 MW solar plant at Doraleh Container Terminal is also in development to meet growing energy demands.

Published Mar 20, 2026

As Djibouti accelerates its logistics infrastructure in 2026, energy demand is rising sharply. The country is pursuing geothermal and solar energy projects to meet this demand, including a planned 20-50 MW geothermal plant in Lake Assal and a 25 MW solar plant at Grand Bara.

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Djibouti's current power generation capacity is 220-230 MW, primarily from heavy fuel oil and diesel, with 65% supplied by Ethiopia. To enhance reliability, a new transmission line will increase import capacity to 230 MW. Collaborative efforts with Egypt aim to establish a 23 MW solar plant at Doraleh Container Terminal, targeting stable energy for logistics operations.