The board of directors of The World Bank and the International Finance Corporation (IFC) have approved an $86m loan and $82m partial risk guarantee to support the Kribi gas power project in Cameroon.

The power project, estimated to cost $350m, is expected to supply reliable electricity to more than 160,000 households.

Discover B2B Marketing That Performs

Combine business intelligence and editorial excellence to reach engaged professionals across 36 leading media platforms.

Find out more

The Kribi power facility is the first power plant to run on natural gas consisting of two main components.

The first consists of the development, construction and operation of a new 216MW natural gas-fired power plant near the Mpolongwe village.

The second component includes the development and construction of a new 100km, 225kV double-circuit transmission line including substations and transformers.

Delivered on the public-private partnership basis, the project is expected to be operational by late 2012 or early 2013.

GlobalData Strategic Intelligence

US Tariffs are shifting - will you react or anticipate?

Don’t let policy changes catch you off guard. Stay proactive with real-time data and expert analysis.

By GlobalData

Power Technology Excellence Awards - Nominations Closed

Nominations are now closed for the Power Technology Excellence Awards. A big thanks to all the organisations that entered – your response has been outstanding, showcasing exceptional innovation, leadership, and impact.

Excellence in Action
Recognised with three 2025 Power Technology Excellence Awards, Hover Energy is at the forefront of intelligent microgrids and distributed renewables. Explore how its AI-enabled Microgrid Management System™ , strategic partnerships and networked microgrids are rebuilding the grid from the ground up for a more flexible, resilient energy future.

Discover the Impact