| Financier | Commitments |
|---|---|
| IDA Grant | 350.00 |
Mpatamanga Hydropower Storage Project
Abstract*
The Mpatamanga hydroelectric power project is a 358.5 MW power plant situated on the Shire River in southern Malawi. The Mpatamanga project is a Build-Own-Operate-Transfer (BOOT). The draft Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) has a duration of 35 years, with five years construction and 30 years of operation. The PPA has a capacity-based tariff, and the payment obligation is guaranteed by the Malawian government. Total estimated power production when commissioned... Show More
Development Objective
The objectives are to increase peak power generation capacity, secure green electricity for domestic users and industries in Malawi, and expand renewable energy trade between Malawi and the SAPP
Key Details
Project Details
P165704
Active
Zhengjia Meng , Mats Liden, Patrice Caporossi
Republic of Malawi
April 8, 2020
(as of board presentation)
May 15, 2025
N/A
US$ 1160.00 million
Ministry of Energy, Republic of Malawi,Mpatamanga Hydro Power Limited (MHPL)
2025
US$ 350.00 million
N/A
High
June 30, 2031
Yes
BANK APPROVED
February 25, 2023
Finances
Financing Plan (US$ Millions)
Total Project Financing (US$ Millions)
| Product Line | IBRD/IDA |
|---|---|
| IBRD Commitment | N/A |
| IDA Commitment | 350.00 |
| IBRD + IDA Commitment | 350.00 |
| Lending Instrument | |
|---|---|
| Grant Amount | N/A |
| Total Project Cost** | 1160.00 |
Summary Status of World Bank Financing (US$ Millions) as of July 31, 2025
No data available.
Detailed Financial Activity as of July 31, 2025
No data available.
Results Framework
No data available.