Final Evaluation of the reinforcement of the transmission network project in Ethiopia (CET1047)

The project should contribute towards achievement of three overall objectives:  

• Enable an industrial development through the electricity supply to the industrial areas in South Addis Ababa.
• Allow for the electrical connection of new villages to the national network and enhance the service to connected users.
• Capacity building of EEPC in the sector of high voltage infrastructure.

All in all, the project and the loan has been highly relevant and has resulted in significant impact among industries, which might lead to improved economic growth in the country. The implementation has faced challenges that in the end have been resolved mostly with a better outcome than originally envisaged for example by involving the local community. The project has witnessed time delays during implementation and delays connecting industries and households but there is evidence to suggest that within a year or two the capacity of the substations will be fully used.