DAR ES SALAAM, Dec. 25 -- AS 2025 draws to a close, the year has marked a historic milestone in Tanzanias energy sector with the completion and commissioning of the long-awaited Julius Nyerere Hydropower Project (JNHPP).

The mega project, which has injected 2,115 megawatts (MW) into the national grid, has decisively addressed one of the countrys most persistent economic constraints: unreliable electricity supply.

Beyond adding power, the achievement lays a strong foundation for industrialisation, investment and long-term economic growth.

In April this year, the activation of the ninth and final turbine officially completed the project, bringing its total installed capacity to 2,115MW.

Each of the nine turbines generates 235MW, placing...