By Goth Mohamed Goth
Berbera, 23 March 2025 – The President of the Republic of Somaliland, Hon. Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullah “Irro,” accompanied by a government delegation on a work visit to Berbera, today laid the foundation stone for a project aimed at expanding and improving the electricity supply in the coastal city.
The President’s visit to Berbera is vital for the development of the Sahil region and the enhancement of public service infrastructure in the area.
The groundbreaking ceremony for this significant community project was attended by various officials, including the Sahil region administration, traditional leaders, and numerous distinguished guests.
This electricity expansion and improvement initiative in Berbera is supported by the World Bank with a budget of $20 million. The project is expected to make a substantial contribution to the enhancement of electricity services in the city.
During the event, the Mayor of Berbera and the Governor of Sahil discussed how the project will address the city’s electricity needs, emphasizing that residents will soon benefit from affordable and high-quality electricity.
They noted that the current government prioritizes the economic development of Berbera, commending President Irro for his commitment to fulfilling his electoral promise of providing affordable and quality electricity to the city.
The Minister of Minerals and Energy also spoke at the gathering, outlining the project’s details, which includes a 12 MW solar energy component and a 36 MW storage system, underscoring its alignment with President Cirro’s commitments.
In his address, President Cirro officially inaugurated the electricity improvement and expansion project in Berbera. He delivered a brief message to the people of Berbera, stating:
“We do not want our campaign promises to be in vain; we promised to reduce electricity costs in Berbera to 0.20%. Therefore, as the government, we have decided to lower electricity costs in Berbera to 0.20% starting next month.”
In conclusion, the inauguration of this project is a key step in enhancing and expanding electricity services in Berbera, which is central to the national economy of Somaliland, and demonstrates the Unity Government’s commitment and effectiveness.
