New 40 mw power plant kicks off in N’Djamena with algerian support

The Prime Minister of Chad, Allamaye Halina, highlighted today the immense significance of the Algeria-Chad partnership, emphasizing the deep-rooted fraternal ties and expanding cooperation across key sectors. He warmly acknowledged Algeria’s unwavering support, particularly in bolstering Chad’s energy sector and fostering socio-economic progress.

CHAD’S LEADERSHIP HONORS ALGERIA’S SOLIDARITY IN ENERGY INITIATIVE

Sifi Ghrieb, Algeria’s Prime Minister, led a high-level delegation to N’Djamena for the groundbreaking ceremony of a 40-megawatt power plant. The event drew notable attendees, including:

• Ambassadors and representatives from national and international institutions
• Leaders of the National Assembly and Senate
• Top officials from government ministries and security forces
• Local dignitaries, including N’Djamena’s Mayor

CHAD RECOGNIZES ALGERIA’S COMMITMENT TO ENERGY PARTNERSHIP

Addressing the gathering, Chad’s Prime Minister expressed gratitude to President Abdelmadjid Tebboune and the Algerian people for their decisive role in launching this critical energy project. The initiative aligns with Chad’s broader development goals, aiming to:

• Enhance electricity access for households and businesses
• Stabilize the national power grid
• Support industrial growth and public services
• Cater to N’Djamena’s rapid urban expansion

The project follows recent agreements, including a Memorandum of Understanding (April 2026) and a grant agreement (May 2026), demonstrating the swift translation of political commitments into action. This reflects the strong technical collaboration between both nations and their shared values of trust and mutual respect.

ALGERIA’S GIFT: A MOBILE GAS TURBINE POWER PLANT

Algeria’s contribution—a 40 MW mobile gas turbine plant—marks a pivotal step in Chad’s energy independence. The infrastructure will bridge the country’s energy deficit while reinforcing long-standing historical and diplomatic ties. Chad’s leadership reiterated its dedication to ensuring the project’s smooth execution through:

• Streamlining administrative and logistical processes
• Providing technical support to Algerian teams
• Securing the construction site
• Monitoring progress rigorously

A SYMBOL OF AFRICAN COOPERATION AND FUTURE PROSPECTS

The ceremony underscored a shared vision between Chad’s President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno and Algeria’s President Tebboune, who envision this project as a model for sustainable development in Africa. Beyond electricity generation, the plant symbolizes:

• Trust between partner nations
• Fraternal solidarity
• A resilient, future-ready infrastructure

Chad’s leadership also expressed hope for further joint ventures in energy, infrastructure, healthcare, education, and economic growth, cementing Algeria’s role as a key ally in the region.

Closing remarks celebrated the enduring bond between Chad and Algeria, with both nations pledging to build on this momentum for shared prosperity.