Ngali Power considers leaving Yambio over high fuel costs, low customer numbers

Ngali Power, the company operating Yambio’s electricity plant, is considering withdrawing from the town because of rising fuel costs and low customer numbers, raising concerns about the future of electricity supply in Western Equatoria State.

Company representatives discussed the possible withdrawal during a meeting with Western Equatoria State Caretaker Governor Badagbu Daniel Rimbasa.

The meeting focused on finding another company to operate the plant, keeping electricity services running and expanding connections to more residential areas.

However, no final decision was announced on the company’s withdrawal or when another operator might take over.

High costs threaten operations

Ruzirampuhe David, head of the Legal Department at Ngali Holding Ltd, said the company was struggling financially because payments from electricity customers were not enough to cover the cost of fuel needed to operate the plant.

He said the limited number of households connected to the electricity network had contributed to the financial difficulties.

David said the company would explore identifying another operator and agreeing on arrangements to ensure the plant continues operating if Ngali withdraws.

The proposed arrangements would then be presented to the state government for consideration.

Byukusenge Gean Amour, Ngali Power’s head of administration and finance, also attended the meeting.

Governor calls for more electricity connections

Governor Rimbasa said the electricity plant was donated by the Egyptian government, but many residential areas in Yambio remained without connections.

He said residents had raised concerns about the slow expansion of the electricity network and called for practical solutions to reach more households.

The governor suggested considering cheaper materials, including wooden electricity poles instead of concrete ones, to reduce construction costs.

Expanding the network could help the company attract more paying customers and generate revenue to support operations.

However, officials did not announce a timetable for the proposed expansion or identify a company willing to take over the facility.

The discussions ended without a confirmed agreement, leaving Ngali Power’s future in Yambio uncertain.

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