Infrastructure

South Sudan to Build Fula Hydropower Dam on the Nile

AI SUMMARY

South Sudan is preparing to construct the 1,800-megawatt Fula Hydropower Dam on the Nile River despite any potential concerns from Egypt.

South Sudan announced preparations to launch the Fula Hydropower Dam project on the Nile River.
The government stated it has no fear or concerns regarding potential opposition from Egypt over the dam's construction, officially declaring that they are not afraid to build their dam.
The country currently utilizes only about one percent of its total electricity generation potential, leaving millions without reliable power.
The proposed Fula Dam in the Nimule area will have a power generation capacity of 1,800 megawatts.
Upon completion, the project aims to fully meet domestic electricity demand and generate surplus power for neighboring countries.