GSU Begins Construction of 50MW Solar PV Plant in Sakaï to Power 300,000 Homes and Reduce Carbon Emissions
GSU has commenced construction of a 50-megawatt solar photovoltaic (PV) plant in Sakaï, Central African Republic (CAR), aiming to expand electricity access and accelerate the country’s transition to renewable energy.
The new plant is expected to provide electricity to more than 300,000 households and reduce over 50,000 tons of carbon emissions annually.
It will feature a 10-megawatt-hour battery system to stabilize the grid and ensure reliable power supply during peak demand.
In addition to enhancing energy access, the project will create local jobs and develop skills in the renewable energy sector.
The groundbreaking ceremony was attended by President Faustin-Archange Touadéra, Minister of State Pascal Bida Koyagbele, government officials, and GSU leadership.
Ali Alshimmari, GSU’s Managing Director and CEO, stated that the project will expand energy access across underserved regions.
He emphasized that GSU seeks opportunities in areas where energy development is often limited.
The Sakaï solar project follows an economic partnership agreement signed in March 2025 between CAR and the UAE, aimed at promoting trade and investment across key sectors.
This initiative adds to GSU’s growing portfolio of renewable energy projects across Africa, reinforcing its role in supporting sustainable energy development in the region.
