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Accelerating Clean Energy

Expanding sustainable electricity access across Malawi

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Off-Grid Solar Expansion

Affordable solar home systems for rural communities

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Powering Schools & Health Facilities

Reliable energy for education and healthcare

Accelerating Sustainable & Clean Energy Access in Malawi

The ASCENT Malawi Project supports the national vision of achieving 50% electricity access by 2030.

Off-Grid Solar Expansion

Affordable solar home systems for rural communities.

Last Mile Grid Connections

Extending electricity to underserved districts.

Power for Schools & Health Facilities

Reliable energy for education and healthcare.

Off-Grid Solar Home Systems

US$60M – Expanding renewable energy for rural households.

Last Mile Grid Connections

US$150M – Extending the national grid to underserved areas.

Energy Access for Schools & Health Facilities

US$20M – Powering essential social services.

Clean Cooking Solutions

US$10M – Promoting modern, healthier cooking technologies.

Technical Assistance & Capacity Building

US$10.8M – Strengthening institutions and planning.

ASCENT Malawi Project Overview

The ASCENT Malawi Project is part of the World Bank’s regional program to expand clean and sustainable energy access across Eastern and Southern Africa. It supports Malawi’s goal of achieving 50% electricity access by 2030.

Project Development Objective

To increase clean and sustainable energy access for households, schools, health facilities, and businesses.

Financing

Total Project Cost: US$250.8 million

Timeline

Approval

Dec 23, 2024

Implementation

2025 - 2030

Closing

Dec 31, 2030