South Africa and DRC Sign Major Hydropower Project in 2013

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What happened

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In February 2013, South Africa and the Democratic Republic of the Congo signed a Memorandum of Understanding for a major hydropower project. Officials stated the project, which has an estimated capacity of 40,000MW, was intended to enhance energy access across the continent and support a low carbon economy. The deal was signed by the respective Ministers of Energy, and Jacob Zuma directed that negotiations for a formal Treaty commence immediately.

From sanews.gov.za

Why it matters

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The project was designed to significantly change the African energy sector by increasing generation capacity. The agreement paved the way for the implementation of the Grand Inga Project and strengthens the relationship between the two nations.

From sanews.gov.za

Who's involved

South AfricaCountry that signed the Memorandum of Understanding for the hydropower project.
Democratic Republic of the CongoCountry that signed the Memorandum of Understanding for the hydropower project.
Jacob ZumaPresident of South Africa who directed the immediate start of Treaty negotiations.
EskomNational utility of South Africa involved in the project.

Who could feel it

Possible knock-on effects

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South AfricaSpeculative
South Africa might see its national energy supply strengthened and economic stability improved due to the deal.
Democratic Republic of the CongoSpeculative
The Democratic Republic of the Congo could experience increased economic development and higher energy capacity from the project.
EskomSpeculative
Eskom might benefit from a massive new, clean energy source that diversifies its supply.
KinshasaSpeculative
Kinshasa might benefit from increased national economic activity driven by the energy project.

Coverage

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sanews.gov.za