The World Bank, European Investment Bank and EU will offer a combined €206.7m ($2324) in funding to support a renewable energy initiative run by Gambian utility NAWEC. The programme is expected to increase the country's energy supply by 20% and includes the construction of a solar plant at Jambur. NAWEC said the scheme aims to reduce power shortages and ensure electricity supply to education and health services, as well as rural communities.
The EU, European Investment Bank and World Bank will offer a combined €206.7m ($2324) in funding to support a renewable energy initiative run by Gambian utility NAWEC. The programme is expected to increase the country's energy supply by 20% and includes the construction of a solar plant at Jambur. NAWEC said the scheme aims to reduce power shortages and ensure electricity supply to education and health services, as well as rural communities.