The Togo electricity landscape has witnessed a significant shake-up as the head of the state-owned power utility, the Compagnie Énergie Électrique du Togo (CEET), has been relieved of duties. Débo-K’mba Barandao, who held the position of director-general, is no longer at the helm of the institution.
The circumstances surrounding his departure remain shrouded in secrecy, with no official statement released to the public. This development comes at a time when the CEET is grappling with persistent hurdles in electricity distribution and service quality across the national grid.
Appointed in March 2022, Barandao was tasked with steering the company through a series of transformative reforms. His tenure was characterized by sweeping organizational and operational restructuring initiatives aimed at revitalizing the public utility.
CEET’s ongoing struggles in power delivery
As a cornerstone of Togo’s energy sector, the CEET has long faced systemic challenges, including frequent blackouts and the pressing need to modernize its aging infrastructure. These issues have prompted calls for urgent intervention to stabilize the country’s power supply.
With no immediate clarity on the reasons behind the dismissal, stakeholders are left speculating about the future direction of the utility. Authorities have yet to announce a successor, but insiders indicate that a new appointment is imminent to ensure seamless continuity in operations.
