Tanzania’s power struggle: Why investments in power sector are stalling

The Julius Nyerere Hydroelectric Power Plant (JNHPP), which is expected to generate approximately 2115 megawatts when is completed.



Tanzania is suffering from the worst power blackouts on record. People used to complain about a few hours of power cuts in weeks, but now they are forced to go for 24-hour-long blackouts, even twice per week. 

The situation has been worsening with time and it is certain that the political risk for the government due to these power cuts is increasing by the day.