Burundi Site Energy

How much energy does Burundi use a year?

Burundi’s people also suffer from inadequate energy resources. Burundi produces 0.36 terawatt hours (TWh) of electricity annually, according to 2022 estimates—among the lowest totals in the world (particularly low taking into account the size of the country’s population), and consumes 4 TWh annually (2021).

Does Burundi have electricity?

Approximately 10% of the population has access to electricity, primarily in urban areas, while the electrical grid remains limited. Moreover, Burundi imports a small amount of electricity from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, underscoring its energy vulnerability.

What challenges does Burundi face?

Burundi, a landlocked nation in East Africa, faces significant challenges in energy consumption and access. Despite having potential hydroelectric and petroleum resources, the country struggles with inadequate infrastructure and ongoing civil unrest, which hinder the development of its energy sector.

Does Burundi have a vertically integrated electricity sector?

Burundi has a vertically integrated electricity sector with. The institutions that play key role in the country’s electricity sector are: Ministère de l''Hydraulique, Énergie et des Mines (Ministry of Water, Energy and Mines). AREEN (Autorité de Régulation des secteurs de l''Eau potable et de l''Énergie).