Hydro-Mekin prepares 15 MW Dja River plant rehabilitation
Translated from French, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Hydro-Mekin is preparing to rehabilitate its 15 MW hydroelectric power plant on the Dja River.
- Three international firms have been shortlisted to conduct technical studies for the project, budgeted at 150 million FCFA.
- These studies will diagnose the plant's condition, assess damage, and identify necessary repairs to restore performance.
Hydro-Mekin is moving forward with the rehabilitation of its 15 MW hydroelectric power plant located on the Dja River in Cameroon's South region. The company has shortlisted three international firms to conduct the preparatory technical studies for the project. The initiative is backed by a budget of 150 million FCFA, funded by the company's own resources.
The primary goal of these studies is to provide a comprehensive diagnosis of the power plant's current state. Experts will evaluate the damage caused by significant events in recent years. They will also identify the essential work required to restore the facility's performance.
This rehabilitation effort represents a significant step for Hydro-Mekin in upgrading its production capabilities. The findings from these studies will form the basis for the subsequent repair and modernization phases of the Dja River plant.
Originally published by Journal du Cameroun in French. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.