Adré, a key town in the Ouaddaï region, has officially welcomed a groundbreaking solar power plant, signaling a major leap forward in Chad’s energy sector transformation. The inauguration ceremony, held on August 7, 2026, was led by the Prefect of Assoungha Department, accompanied by the Chairman of the Rural Electrification and Energy Management Agency Board, the agency’s Director General, local authorities, technical and financial partners, elected officials, and residents of Adré.

This facility, developed under Chad’s national energy access initiative, aims to bolster electricity supply, enhance living conditions for local communities, and stimulate economic growth in Assoungha. The project reflects a broader national strategy to expand access to clean energy across the country.

Local leaders hail the project as transformative

Ahmat Abderrahim, Mayor of Adré, praised the initiative as a structural milestone that underscores the government’s dedication to advancing energy access in the region. Speaking during the event, he emphasized the long-term benefits for residents and businesses alike.

Younous Daoussa Mahamat, Director General of the Rural Electrification and Energy Management Agency, described the inauguration as far more than a ceremonial event. He stated that the solar plant embodies a fulfilled promise—one rooted in the vision of Chad’s President, Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno, to make electricity accessible to every citizen. According to his remarks, the hybrid solar plant in Adré was commissioned directly at the President’s instruction, demonstrating his commitment to balanced national development and inclusive progress.

“No citizen should be left behind, no community should remain in darkness, and no young person’s future should be constrained by a lack of energy,” Mahamat affirmed. He detailed the plant’s specifications: 4,800 photovoltaic modules, each producing 585 watts, totaling 2.808 megawatts of installed capacity. The facility also features a 7.52 megawatt-hour battery storage system, two 500 KVA generators, 5 kilometers of medium-voltage lines, and 10 kilometers of low-voltage distribution networks.

Community gratitude and future outlook

Dillo Bergou, Prefect of Assoungha, conveyed the deep appreciation of the Adré population for President Déby’s leadership and sustained efforts to promote development in the region. He also congratulated all stakeholders—engineers, contractors, and partners—whose collaboration made the project possible.

The ceremony concluded with a symbolic ribbon cutting and a guided tour of the facility, offering attendees a firsthand look at the infrastructure that will power homes and businesses in Adré and surrounding areas.

This inauguration is not just a local achievement; it represents a significant stride in Chad’s energy transition journey, reinforcing the country’s resolve to harness renewable resources as a cornerstone of sustainable development.