The long-standing electricity shortage on Mussulo Island in Luanda is nearing its end, as the Ministry of Energy and Water has announced the island will be electrified starting this Thursday.
The rural electrification project faced delays due to technical challenges stemming from the island’s unstable terrain, which complicated the transport and installation of infrastructure.
Despite these obstacles, the project is now set to connect Mussulo directly to the national electricity grid.
This initiative will provide numerous benefits, including improved public lighting, access to clean energy, and up to 3,600 connections capable of serving approximately 21,600 families.
The Ministry emphasized that this development underscores the government’s commitment to ensuring electricity access as a vital tool for enhancing citizens’ well-being, driving economic growth, and fostering territorial cohesion.
In related news, last weekend saw the arrival of electricity for the first time in the municipalities of Cachiungo and Chinguar, located in the provinces of Huambo and Bié, further advancing the nation’s electrification efforts.
