The French group Qair has announced that it has secured a financing of 37.9 million euros, approximately 25 billion FCFA, to accelerate the construction of the Gassi and Lamadji solar power plants in N'Djamena, Chad. The financing includes a first tranche that has already been disbursed. The two hybrid power plants, currently under construction, will have a combined solar capacity of 30 MWc and 8 MWh of battery storage.
The Gassi and Lamadji power plants are expected to produce around 65 GWh of electricity per year, equivalent to the annual consumption of about 260,000 people. The power plants will be connected to the N'Djamena electrical grid and are being developed under an agreement with the Chadian state and a 20-year electricity purchase contract with Tchadelec. The construction of the two power plants officially began in May 2025.
The financing for the project was secured from several international institutions. The African Development Bank (AfDB) and Proparco are each providing 15.2 million euros in loans, while the Sustainable Energy for Africa Fund (SEFA), managed by the AfDB, is contributing 6 million euros. An additional 1.5 million euros in financing is being provided by Proparco and the French Development Agency (AFD).
A partial risk guarantee of 8 million euros, supported by the African Development Fund and the Green Climate Fund, is also part of the financing package. The guarantee aims to secure payments under the electricity purchase contract with Tchadelec. The power plants will each have a photovoltaic power of 15 MWc and a storage system of 4 MW/4 MWh.
The Gassi power plant is located in the 7th arrondissement, while the Lamadji power plant is located in the 10th arrondissement. The project is expected to strengthen the electrical supply of the capital and increase the share of solar energy in Chad's energy mix. Qair considers the first disbursement of financing as a new step in the realization of the project.
The project is part of Chad's efforts to increase its renewable energy capacity. The country aims to improve its energy supply and reduce its reliance on fossil fuels. The solar power plants will also help to create jobs and stimulate economic growth in the region.
Qair is committed to supporting Chad's energy transition and has expressed satisfaction with the progress of the project. The company is working closely with the Chadian government and other stakeholders to ensure the successful completion of the project. The power plants are expected to be completed and operational in the near future, providing a significant boost to Chad's energy sector.
Key points
- The project will strengthen the electrical supply of N'Djamena and increase the share of solar energy in Chad's energy mix.
- The power plants will produce around 65 GWh of electricity per year, equivalent to the annual consumption of about 260,000 people.
- The financing for the project was secured from several international institutions, including the African Development Bank and Proparco.
