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1MW Maziba Mini Hydro Power Plant Rehabilitation

Energy & UtilitiesMedium Priority

Rehabilitation of 1MW Maziba hydro plant in Kabale, ceased operation in 2001 due to silt and equipment deterioration. Electromechanical and substation rehabilitation.

Investment Range

USD 10 Million

Expected ROI

12-18% annually

Timeline

18-30 months

Market Size

USD 300M (South-Western Uganda energy)

Investment Overview

The Maziba Small Hydro Power Plant is located along the Nyakizumba River (Maziba River) in Maziba village, Maziba subcounty, Kabale District, South-Western Uganda.

The plant has an installed capacity of 1MW and ceased operation in 2001 due to silt accumulation in the dam and deterioration of electromechanical equipment. The plant is due for rehabilitation, mainly the electromechanical and substation equipment.

This brownfield project offers faster time-to-power compared to greenfield developments, with existing dam infrastructure and water rights already in place.

Key Investment Metrics

8% annually

Local grid supply

50+ direct jobs

6-8 years

Government Incentives

Feed-in tariff guarantee
VAT exemption on rehabilitation equipment
Carbon credits

Required Licenses & Permits

Electricity Generation License
Environmental Audit
Equipment Import Permits

Risk Assessment

Key Risk

Silt management, equipment rehabilitation scope

Contact Information

Uganda Electricity Generation Company (UEGCL)

Plot 28 Kampala Road, UIA House, Kampala

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