Is Niger ready for a mini-grid?

In January 2019, with support from USAID and Power Africa, ANPER launched a nationwide feasibility study on mini-grid development, bringing Niger one step closer to its universal energy access goal.

How can Niger improve access to reliable and high-quality electricity?

Improving access to reliable and high-quality electricity is a national priority. The project objective is to promote economic growth in Niger and reduce social inequalities in the country. It focuses on extending the electricity supply to 14 new neighborhoods in Niamey, 30 new capitals of rural municipalities and 88 new villages.

What is the Niger mini-grid feasibility study?

“The Niger Mini-Grid Feasibility Study is an innovative approach to project development that gives a unique opportunity to foster strong ties between American mini-grid developers and the Government of Niger, through ANPER.” said ANPER’s Director General, Salouhou Hamidine.

How will the Niger electricity project work?

The project will provide access to electricity for some 315,000 people in Niamey and 114,100 people in the rural towns and improve their living conditions. Access to electricity is a political priority in Niger, with the objective of supplying 100 new towns a year.

What is Nigeria's energy mix?

The country’s energy mix is reliant on fossil fuels and substantial electricity imports from Nigeria. In 2018, the rate of access to electricity for households was estimated at around 11%, with major disparities between urban and rural areas, the capital Niamey and the other urban centers.