The Kingdom of Morocco has strengthened its bilateral ties with Niger through the inauguration of the “His Majesty King Mohammed VI” power plant in Niamey.
Officially opened on December 12, 2024, this state-of-the-art facility symbolizes Morocco’s commitment to fostering regional solidarity and development across Africa.
Located in Niamey’s Gamkaley industrial area, the power plant has a production capacity of 22.5 MVA (20 MW). It was designed to address Niger’s pressing energy challenges by improving electricity access and reducing dependency on imports from neighboring countries.
The facility is a gift from Morocco to Niger, executed under the directives of King Mohammed VI and developed in record time by the Moroccan Agency for International Cooperation (AMCI), Morocco’s National Office of Electricity and Drinking Water (ONEE), and Niger’s National Electricity Company (NIGELEC).
The inauguration ceremony, presided over by Niger’s Prime Minister Ali Mahamane Lamine Zeine and attended by Brigadier General Abdourrahmane Tiani, President of the National Council for the Safeguard of the Homeland (CNSP), highlighted the project’s significance.
A large delegation of Moroccan officials, diplomats, civil society representatives, and members of Niger’s transitional government participated in the event, emphasizing the deep fraternal ties between the two nations.
Niger, with an electrification rate of only 20%, faces one of the most acute energy crises globally. The new power plant aims to alleviate this crisis, enhancing energy sovereignty while supporting local economic growth.
Niger’s Minister of Energy, Amadou Haoua, expressed profound gratitude to King Mohammed VI for his generosity, describing the project as a model for African cooperation.
This initiative aligns with Morocco’s broader vision of supporting sustainable development across the continent. It complements other efforts, such as the Royal Initiative to improve Sahel nations’ access to the Atlantic Ocean, fostering regional stability, trade, and growth.
