Gambia: OMVG Delegation Visits The Gambia Amid Power Supply Challenges

A delegation from the Organisation pour la Mise en Valeur du Fleuve Gambie (OMVG), led by the High Commissioner, Mr. Demba Jallow, visited The Gambia to assess OMVG energy infrastructure in the country amid ongoing power supply challenges.

The visit aimed to assess the operational status of OMVG facilities and obtain first-hand information on the performance and impact of the regional electricity interconnection project in the country.

As part of the tour, the delegation inspected key OMVG infrastructure, including substations and transmission facilities.

The team later held a brief but productive meeting with NAWEC authorities at the Brikama OMVG Substation, focusing on strengthening coordination and improving electricity service delivery nationwide.

During the visit, officials delivered remarks highlighting the importance of the project.

Mr. Demba Jallow, High Commissioner of OMVG, stated: “This visit provides an important opportunity for us to assess the impact of the OMVG interconnection project on the ground. We are encouraged by the progress observed and reaffirm our commitment to supporting member states, including The Gambia, by providing a platform to achieve a reliable and sustainable electricity supply.”

Mr. Ousman Hane, Secretary General of OMVG, noted: “The OMVG network remains a cornerstone of regional energy integration. Strengthening operational collaboration with NAWEC is essential to ensuring the efficiency and long-term sustainability of the system.”

Mr. Pateh Sowe, Group Head of Electricity at NAWEC, remarked: “NAWEC values the continued support of OMVG in enhancing our transmission capacity. This partnership is critical to improving service delivery and ensuring that our customers benefit from a more stable power supply.”

Mr. Ebrima Sanyang, Director of Environment and Sustainable Development at OMVG, emphasised: “Sustainability remains at the core of OMVG’s operations. We are committed to ensuring that infrastructure development continues to meet environmental standards while supporting economic growth.”

Mr. Abdoulaye Toure, Head of Operations for the OMVG Network in The Gambia, added: “Operational performance within the Gambian network is steadily improving. Continued coordination with NAWEC will further enhance reliability and efficiency across the system.”

The visit underscores the importance of the OMVG interconnection project in strengthening regional energy cooperation, enhancing grid stability, and improving electricity supply in The Gambia and across the sub-region.

NAWEC welcomed this engagement as a significant step toward reinforcing collaboration with OMVG and reaffirmed its commitment to delivering efficient, reliable, and sustainable electricity services to the public.