Teddy Lwamba, the director-general of the Société nationale d’électricité (SNEL), has embarked on a tour of Kinshasa to personally assess the situation regarding recent power outages in several neighborhoods of the capital city. The move comes after multiple alerts from subscribers about the disruptions. Lwamba conducted a nighttime tour on October 2-3, visiting communes such as Bandalungwa, Kintambo, Kalamu, Ngiri-Ngiri, Limete, and Lemba.
During his tour, Lwamba witnessed firsthand the difficulties faced by residents who have been without electricity for several days. He collected concerns from customers and heard about their challenges directly. This initiative aims to bring the SNEL management closer to the daily realities of its users and better understand the causes of the power disruptions affecting Kinshasa. The tour allowed Lwamba to gather information and adjust the load shedding program according to the state of the network and observed realities.
SNEL has been facing a significant reduction in power supply to Kinshasa since the end of July. Lwamba emphasized that long-term improvement of the electricity supply requires a collective awareness and better protection of infrastructure. The public operator plans to strengthen access control to its installations, restricting access to authorized personnel only. This approach reflects the management's willingness to adapt its responses based on ground realities, secure equipment, and contribute to preserving the stability of Kinshasa's electrical network.
The power outages have affected several areas of Kinshasa, causing inconvenience to residents and businesses. Lwamba's tour is part of SNEL's efforts to address the issue and find solutions. The director-general's hands-on approach demonstrates his commitment to resolving the problem and improving the overall electricity supply in the capital city.
SNEL's initiative has been welcomed by customers, who appreciate the effort to understand their concerns and address the power outages. The company's task force has been mobilized to improve the electricity supply in areas such as Utexco, Ozone, and OUA. SNEL's management is working to adapt its strategies to the changing needs of its customers and ensure a stable and reliable electricity supply.
The issue of power outages in Kinshasa is a complex one, with various factors contributing to the disruptions. SNEL is working to identify the root causes of the problem and implement solutions. The company's efforts to improve the electricity supply are crucial to supporting the economic and social development of the capital city.
Lwamba's tour of Kinshasa is part of a broader effort to improve the electricity supply in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The government and SNEL are working together to address the challenges facing the energy sector and ensure a reliable and efficient electricity supply to customers.
Key points
- Teddy Lwamba, SNEL's director-general, has embarked on a tour of Kinshasa to address power outages and hear from customers.
- SNEL is working to improve the electricity supply in Kinshasa, with a focus on adapting its strategies to the changing needs of its customers.
- The power outages in Kinshasa have been caused by a combination of factors, including a significant reduction in power supply to the city since the end of July.
