Kasaji power Line

Rehabilitation of the 120 kV RO–Kisenge power line to restore reliable electricity to Kasaji, reduce outages, and support economic recovery and quality of life in Lualaba.

Project summary

Rehabilitation of the 120 kV RO–Kisenge line to restore power to Kasaji and support regional development.

Project

Kasaji power Line

Date

2026

Project details

Since December 2021, the 120 kV RO–Kisenge high-voltage line has suffered extensive vandalism, leaving the city of Kasaji and nearby communities without access to electricity for several years. This prolonged outage has negatively affected households, businesses, public services, and overall economic activity.

The project will rehabilitate damaged pylons, crossarms, and transmission infrastructure to rapidly restore a stable and secure electricity supply. Once completed, Kasaji will regain reliable power access, enabling economic revival, improved living standards, and modernization of the city.

Key objectives

Rehabilitate and secure the 120 kV RO–Kisenge high-voltage line
Rapidly restore electricity supply to Kasaji
Improve residents’ quality of life through reliable energy access
Strengthen provincial energy resilience and reduce economic losses

Expected results

120 kV transmission line fully rehabilitated and secured
Reliable electricity restored to Kasaji and surrounding areas
Reduction of economic and social losses linked to prolonged power outages

Performance Indicators (Web-Optimized)

Rehabilitated line length: up to 250 km
Restored pylons and crossarms: 200 units
Electricity restoration rate: 95%
Project completion rate: 90%

Institutional & Management Information

Responsible Ministry
Provincial Ministry of Energy – Lualaba

Service / Institution
Office of the Provincial Minister

Project Owner
Provincial Ministry of Energy

Project Manager
Kamu & Fils

Post-Project Management
National Electricity Company (SNEL SA)

Benefits & Impact

Direct benefits

Immediate restoration of electricity for households and businesses
Improved well-being and daily living conditions
Relief for women in domestic tasks

Indirect benefits

Revival of local economic activity
Strengthening of technical and energy infrastructure capacity
Increased investor confidence in Kasaji

Impacts

Modernization of Kasaji
Inclusive socio-economic development
Strengthened long-term energy security for the region

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