Madagascar energy storage subsidy policy document

Is Madagascar ready for solar power?

With all regions of Madagascar enjoying over 2,800 hours of sunlight per year, the Grande Île is the perfect location for development of solar power, with a potential capacity of 2,000 kWh/m²/year. The Government is counting on this potential to fulfill its objective of providing energy access to 70% of Malagasy households by 2030.

How does the private sector provide energy and digital services in Madagascar?

With the exception of the national electricity company JIRAMA, energy and digital services in Madagascar are provided by the private sector. Low population densities and high poverty levels in most of the underserved areas make it impossible for the private sector to deliver these services on a purely commercial basis.

Why should Madagascar invest in energy & telecommunications?

“ Access to energy and telecommunications are top priorities for our government. This project is fully aligned with our vision for the development of Madagascar. It will allow a significant increase in our access to energy and digital services,” said Andry Rajoelina, President of Madagascar.

Will Madagascar double its electricity access?

This support will be transformational for small business as well as for the individual households and citizens and will put Madagascar on the path to double its electricity access, ” said Marie-Chantal Uwanyiligira, World Bank Country Manager for Madagascar.

How will Madagascar's new telecommunications project impact the world?

The project will also enable 3,400,000 new internet users and connect some 2,000 health centers and schools to renewable energy and digital services. “ Access to energy and telecommunications are top priorities for our government. This project is fully aligned with our vision for the development of Madagascar.

Does Madagascar have electricity?

Access to infrastructure in Madagascar, including electricity and digital, is among the lowest in Sub-Saharan Africa and in the world. An estimated 33.7% of the population has access to electricity, compared to an average of 48.4% for Sub-Saharan Africa in 2020.