Hon. Amara Kamara, Commissioner of the Liberia Electricity Regulatory Commission (LERC), recently paid a courtesy visit to TRANSCO CLSG headquarters in Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire. The visit aimed to foster cooperation between the two institutions and promote regional power trade. Commissioner Kamara was received by TRANSCO CLSG's General Manager Etienne Bailly and other senior officials. During the meeting, Commissioner Kamara congratulated Mr. Bailly on his appointment and pledged LERC's support for TRANSCO CLSG's work.
The discussions between LERC and TRANSCO CLSG centered on the performance and long-term sustainability of the regional power system. Both sides emphasized the importance of regular institutional dialogue to achieve a more reliable and interconnected electricity market in West Africa. TRANSCO CLSG operates the Côte d'Ivoire–Liberia–Sierra Leone–Guinea interconnection, facilitating cross-border electricity exchange. As Liberia's electricity regulator, LERC plays a crucial role in promoting reliable supply, effective oversight, and sustainable regional power trade.
Commissioner Kamara and the TRANSCO CLSG team reviewed system performance, commercial sustainability, and deeper market integration. They noted that closer coordination among regulators, utilities, and transmission operators is essential to address operational requirements and support future growth. Both institutions identified reinforcement of the CLSG corridor as a priority, particularly with new generation projects emerging across the region.
To improve maintenance response and strengthen national capacity, Commissioner Kamara encouraged greater knowledge sharing, targeted training, staff secondments, and cooperation agreements with neighboring utilities. The parties also called for sustained capacity building, stronger donor coordination, and accelerated studies and investment to reinforce the corridor. These efforts aim to enhance the reliability and efficiency of the regional power system.
The visit reaffirmed the shared commitment to practical cooperation and dependable regional electricity trade between LERC and TRANSCO CLSG. Commissioner Kamara further emphasized the need for continued coordination between the two institutions to advance integration under the ECOWAS Regional Electricity Market. This cooperation is crucial for achieving a more stable and interconnected regional power system.
During the meeting, LERC and TRANSCO CLSG reaffirmed their commitment to expanding electricity trade and strengthening the reliability of the CLSG transmission network. The two institutions recognize the importance of collaboration in addressing the region's energy challenges. By working together, they can promote a more reliable and sustainable electricity supply for the region.
The courtesy visit by Commissioner Kamara to TRANSCO CLSG highlights the importance of regional cooperation in the energy sector. The discussions and agreements reached during the visit will contribute to the development of a more integrated and reliable regional power system. This, in turn, will support economic growth and improve the quality of life for citizens in the region.
Key points
- LERC Commissioner Amara Kamara visits TRANSCO CLSG to strengthen regional power cooperation and discuss electricity market integration.
- The two institutions emphasize the importance of regular dialogue and coordination to achieve a more reliable and interconnected electricity market in West Africa.
- LERC and TRANSCO CLSG commit to expanding electricity trade and strengthening the reliability of the CLSG transmission network.
