Ethiopia Doubles Power Generation, Aims for Universal Access by 2031
Ethiopia's electricity generation capacity has more than doubled to 9,752 megawatts in seven years, with access rising to 54%. The Ethiopian Electric Power aims to achieve universal electricity access by 2031 through grid expansion and off-grid solutions.
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Ethiopia's installed power generation capacity has increased from 4,462 megawatts to 9,752 megawatts, with national electricity access growing from 44% to 54% over the past seven years. The country's extensive power grid now spans more than 21,000 kilometers, supporting a rapidly rising electricity demand of over 20% annually.
Significant projects such as the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam and the Aysha II Wind Power Project have contributed to this growth. Ethiopia's goal is to achieve universal electricity access within five years, with grid access projected between 75% and 78%.
The country exports electricity to Sudan, Djibouti, Kenya, and Tanzania, with ongoing agreements to expand into Southern Africa. Electricity exports generated 366 million USD in foreign currency earnings in the current fiscal year, indicating the potential for further economic development.
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