Ad Hoc Expert Group Meeting on Assessment of Power Pooling Arrangements in Africa: Opening Statement by Mr. Josué Dioné Director, Sustainable Development Division

Abstract

Opening Statement by Mr. Josué Dioné Director, Sustainable Development Division at the Ad Hoc Expert Group Meeting on Assessment of Power Pooling Arrangements in Africa. Mr. Dioné, on his remarks highlighted that, Africa is rich in commercial energy resources, these resources are unevenly distributed within and among regions and often located at great distances from the energy demand areas. This makes energy exchange within Africa an ideal opportunity to develop and use energy resources more efficiently and for the greatest benefit of all. Addressing Africa's energy problems represents a daunting challenge for policy makers. Efforts should be made to promote inter-country energy cooperation and contribute to the development of energy infrastructure required to facilitate delivery of modern energy services to consumers.