- First major gas fired independent power project launched in Mauritania.
- Project will deliver 230 MW of baseload capacity using combined cycle technology.
- Agreement opens the power sector to private investment and supports energy security.
Mauritania has taken a significant step in developing its power sector with the signing of a public private partnership and power purchase agreement for the N’diago 230 MW combined cycle gas turbine power plant in Nouakchott.
The agreements were signed in the presence of senior government officials alongside Acwa chairman Mohammad Abunayyan. The project marks the country’s first major gas fired independent power project and introduces private sector participation into electricity generation.
The N’diago plant will provide 230 MW of reliable baseload power using high efficiency combined cycle technology. It will utilise Mauritania’s domestic natural gas resources, improving grid reliability while reducing fuel intensity compared with conventional thermal generation.
The project is expected to support rising electricity demand, strengthen grid stability and contribute to long term energy security. It also aligns with Mauritania’s broader energy transition goals.
The development further expands Acwa’s footprint in Africa, where the company continues to deliver integrated solutions across power water and renewable energy sectors.
Hashim Ghabashi, President Africa Region at Acwa, said the agreements reflect years of collaboration with the Mauritanian government and represent a milestone for the country’s energy sector.
He said the project will unlock domestic gas resources to deliver reliable and affordable electricity while strengthening the foundation for industrial growth and attracting further private investment into the market.
