Djibouti Electricity Uninterruptible Power Supply Equipment

As a result of the interconnection between Djibouti and Ethiopia, the output of the Djibouti Electric Power Utility (EDD) rose by 13.6% in 2013. However, the increase in electric power generation is only partly passed on to the population. The number of customers only increased by 4.8% over the same period.

With regard to electricity, connection to the grid remains a critical problem for Djibouti's economy. As a result of the interconnection between Djibouti and Ethiopia, the output of the Djibouti Electric Power Utility (EDD) rose by 13.6% in 2013. However, the increase in electric power generation is only partly passed on to the population.

Average annual growth in workload + 5%. ⮚Access to electricity in 2022 : - 70.3% in the city of Djibouti - 20-50% in regions and cities - National average:60.2% - Average cost of electricity (2022):US$0.21/kwh ❑Electricity sector: Demand multiplied by 5 to 10 by 2027

To achieve its potential, Djibouti faces multiple economic challenges, including high operating costs in the electricity and telecommunications sectors, limited domestic market, limited economic diversification, and the growing challenge of climate change.

“As Djibouti enters its next stage of development, it is essential that the private sector drives growth and that the benefits of growth be shared by all segments of society, particularly women and young people,” he added. The report offers policy recommendations that would help increase job opportunities and reduce poverty.

While several partners are present in the energy sector, Djibouti's requirements in this sector remain so great that only a concerted effort and even greater need for investment by the development partners are required to improve the situation in this sector, which is of critical importance for the country's economy.