The Government is investing TZS63.19 billion to build a new 220kV transmission line linking Mpomvu to Geita Gold Mine (GGM), a project expected to strengthen electricity supply to the mining operation while freeing existing infrastructure to serve communities and other economic activities in Geita.
The 6.7-kilometre transmission line is being implemented by Tanzania Electric Supply Company (Tanesco) and is expected to address rising electricity demand from GGM, one of the utility’s major customers and revenue contributors.
Deputy Minister for Energy Salome Makamba said on September 3, 2026, during the signing ceremony for the project in Dodoma that the investment would strengthen reliable power supply and support production, employment, government revenues and new investment in the region.
“Government will continue working with Tanesco and all energy-sector stakeholders to ensure electricity infrastructure keeps pace with rising demand. We want to see electricity generated in the country fully utilised to drive production, create jobs, increase revenues and attract more investment,” she said.
The project is scheduled for completion within 18 months from the date of signing the contract, Tanesco Managing Director Lazaro Twange said.
He said the new line would help Tanesco meet GGM’s growing electricity requirements while strengthening the utility’s financial position through reliable service to a major customer.
“The project costs approximately TZS63.19 billion and, because GGM is among our major customers and contributes significantly to the utility’s revenues, we will ensure its successful implementation to meet the mine’s growing demand for the benefit of both parties and the national economy,” Mr Twange said.
The new transmission line is also expected to ease pressure on the existing 33kV line currently supplying GGM.
Once completed, the existing infrastructure will have greater capacity to support electricity supply to residents and businesses in Geita and surrounding areas, potentially creating more room for productive activities and new investments.
Tanesco Board Vice-Chairperson Ambassador Zuhura Bundala said the project was part of a broader strategy to strengthen the utility’s capacity to meet growing customer demand while creating an enabling environment for investment and employment.
“The signing is a strategic step towards building Tanesco’s capacity to meet customer demand and unlock investment and employment opportunities,” she said.
She added that the board would continue overseeing Tanesco’s investments in electricity infrastructure to ensure the utility keeps pace with rising demand.
Parliamentary Standing Committee on Energy and Minerals Chairperson Subira Mgalu commended the Tanesco board for its role in strengthening the utility as Tanzania pursues the objectives of the National Development Vision 2050.
“The implementation of this project gives us greater confidence because the energy and minerals sectors are closely linked. Reliable electricity is essential for building a modern economy,” Ms Mgalu said.
Geita District Commissioner Hashimu Komba, representing the Regional Commissioner, said the region was ready to work with the contractor to ensure the project was implemented without unnecessary delays.
“Energy is clearly a driver of development across all sectors. The regional authorities are prepared to work with the contractor to ensure the Mpomvu-GGM power project faces no obstacles,” he said.
The project forms part of the Government’s broader efforts to expand transmission and distribution capacity as electricity demand rises, particularly from mining and other productive sectors.
Its completion is expected to strengthen power reliability in Geita while improving the capacity of the electricity network to accommodate current and future demand.