Transmission Infrastructure

Mukungwa-Nyabihu 110kV Transmission Line – Rwanda

Energy Transmission | High Voltage Infrastructure & Substations

Project Overview

The project consists of construction of 110kV Mukungwa - Nyabihu transmission line, extension of 110/30/6.6kV Mukungwa substation and 110/15kV Musha substation.

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Impact

Enhanced grid reliability and stability across four districts
Improved power transmission capacity reducing network losses
Strengthened interconnection between generation and distribution networks

Project Details

Duration

2019–2021

Location

Musanze, Nyabihu, Rubavu, Rwamagana Districts, Rwanda

Client

Energy Development Corporation Limited (EDCL)

Scope

110kV Mukungwa-Nyabihu transmission line + 110/30/6.6kV Mukungwa substation extension + 110/15kV Musha substation

Challenges Addressed

Coordinating transmission line construction across multiple districts with varying terrain

Managing complex multi-voltage substation extensions (110/30/6.6kV and 110/15kV)

Ensuring minimal disruption to existing power supply during substation upgrades

Our Services

Review and approval of detailed engineering design

Contract management

Control and supervision of works

Test and commissioning

Supervision of defects correction during the defect liability period