This World Bank knowledge note examines the experience of electricity concessions in Sub-Saharan Africa and the conditions under which they can support rural electrification. Drawing on country cases, it highlights lessons on concession design, financial viability, regulation, public–private responsibilities, and the role of concessions in expanding electricity access.
Knowledge Base
Increasing the Potential of Concessions to Expand Rural Electrification in Sub-Saharan Africa
Resource Title:
Increasing the Potential of Concessions to Expand Rural Electrification in Sub-Saharan Africa
Resource type:
ASR Position Papers
ASR Reports
ASR Policy Briefs
ASR Online Events
External Reports
External Position Papers and Policy Briefs
Country:
Multi-country
Knowledge Pillar:
Power Sector Reform - Private Sector Participation
Publication Year:
2017
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Richard Hosier, Morgan Bazilian and Tatia Lemondzhava / World Bank Group, Energy & Extractives Global Practice; supported by ESMAP
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