By The Respondents reporte, JNHPP
Energy Minister Deogratius Ndejembi says Tanzania has now secured a stable and sufficient electricity supply, affirming that the completion of the Julius Nyerere Hydropower Project (JNHPP) has effectively eliminated power rationing across the country.
The minister made the remarks on November 26, 2025, during his visit to the JNHPP site to inspect operations and confirm that power generation continues efficiently as planned.
Minister Ndejembi noted that the project has significantly strengthened the national grid and resolved previous electricity shortages experienced in various regions.
“Since this plant began generating power, we have seen major improvements in electricity distribution. The Government is now focusing on expanding transmission lines to deliver power to even more areas,” he added
Regarding the ongoing construction of the 400kV transmission line from Chalinze to Dodoma, Minister Ndejembi confirmed that the work is progressing well.
The project forms part of a broader plan to improve electricity reliability in the Central, Northern, and Lake Zone regions.
He added that preparations are also underway for another major transmission line linking JNHPP to Mkuranga, which will supply power to the Mkuranga Industrial Hub and also feed into the Dar es Salaam grid.
“Eighty percent of the dam’s water comes from the Kilombero River, and the remaining 20 percent from the Ruaha River and other tributaries. Protecting these sources is crucial for the survival of the project,” he said.
The project is expected to guarantee the nation a stable electricity supply for more than 100 years if properly maintained.
Meanwhile, TANESCO Managing Director Lazaro Twange said the Government’s ongoing investments in power projects have now reached TSh 13.5 trillion.
“Tanzania currently has surplus power. Any scheduled outages are only for infrastructure upgrades, and not rationing,” he explained.
Twange added that TANESCO is prioritizing reliable energy supply for industrial zones, including a key transmission project from Mkuranga to Chalinze, Kibaha, and Kwala, where more than TSh 3 billion has been invested to support industrial growth.
When speaking, the TANESCO chief also highlighted progress on several renewable energy projects, including the 50MW Kishapu solar plant in Shinyanga and the 49.5MW Malagarasi hydropower project in Kigoma, both expected to be connected to the national grid soon.
On President Samia’s directive to begin preparations for nuclear power generation, Twange said discussions with investors are ongoing, and the Ministry of Energy is finalizing initial documentation ahead of stakeholder consultations.
Twange reaffirmed that Tanzania now has a reliable and adequate electricity supply, urging local and international investors to set up industries with confidence, as TANESCO can meet their energy needs without risk of shortages.