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RETRADE-SA MPA: Technical assistance support to the Southern African Power Pool

Abstract*

Access to clean and affordable energy is a fundamental requirement for sustainable, resilient, and inclusive development. But global geopolitical shocks and inflationary pressures continue to hamper progress on both development and Sustainable Development Goal 7, Ensure access to affordable, reliable, sustainable, and modern energy for all. This is particularly acute in Africa, where most countries struggle to maintain reliable electricity services...

* The project abstract is drawn from the PAD, SAR or PGD and may not accurately reflect the project's current nature

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Development Objective

To increase and expand the regional electricity market in the Southern Africa region.

Key Details

Project Details

  • P175190

  • Pipeline

  • Nadia Taobane , Mirlan Aldayarov, Patrick Balla

  • Southern African Power Pool

  • Eastern and Southern Africa

  • December 12, 2023

  • (as of board presentation)

    July 10, 2025

  • N/A

  • US$ 300.00 million

  • Southern African Power Pool Coordination Center

  • Eastern and Southern Africa

  • 2026

  • US$ 38.00 million

  • N/A

  • Substantial

  • November 30, 2034

  • Yes

  • DECISION MEETING

  • July 18, 2023

  • Notes

Finances

Financing Plan (US$ Millions)

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Financier Commitments
Energy Sector Management Assistance Program 2.00
IDA Grant 36.00

Total Project Financing (US$ Millions)

Product Line IBRD/IDA
IBRD Commitment N/A
IDA Commitment 36.00
IBRD + IDA Commitment 36.00
Lending Instrument
Grant Amount 2.00
Total Project Cost** 300.00

Summary Status of World Bank Financing (US$ Millions) as of April 30, 2025

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Detailed Financial Activity as of April 30, 2025

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Ratings

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COMPLETION RATINGS

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Results Framework

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