Cameroon New Energy Company Charging Base Station

What is Cameroon's energy plan?

The government of Cameroon has set an ambitious vision to expand access to electricity, increase the use of renewable energy, boost power generation, and strengthen transmission capacity to meet a surge in demand, projected to quadruple by 2035.

Does Cameroon have electricity?

Yaoundé by night. In rural Cameroon, 75% of the population remains without electricity, even though many live near the grid. The Nachtigal Hydropower Plant financed by the World Bank Group together with partners, will increase Cameroon’s power generation capacity by 30%.

Why is Cameroon joining mission 300?

From the bustling medical center of Batchenga to the ambitious hydropower project of Nachtigal, Cameroon is joining the Mission 300 movement, which aims to connect 300 million Africans to electricity by 2030. Each step moves the nation closer to a brighter, more sustainable future.

Why is the Nachtigal hydropower plant a game changer for Cameroon?

For many entrepreneurs, the high cost of electricity is a significant barrier to staying operational and competitive. The completion of the Nachtigal Hydropower plant and the injection of 360MW from 6 out of 7 turbines as of mid-January 2025, is a real game changer for Cameroon.

Is Nachtigal a game changer for Cameroon?

The completion of the Nachtigal Hydropower plant and the injection of 360MW from 6 out of 7 turbines as of mid-January 2025, is a real game changer for Cameroon. It will add almost 30% of renewable energy to the generation mix. and constitutes the first phase of a sustainable hydropower development roadmap on the Sanaga river.

How does rural Cameroon affect small businesses?

In rural Cameroon, 75% of the population remains without electricity, even though many live near the grid. This stark reality affects small businesses and citizens alike. Affordable, reliable, and sustainable energy is essential—powering hospitals, maintaining cold chains and enabling businesses to thrive.