Funded by the World Bank, the European Union, and the African Development Bank, the project aims to reduce Burundi’s dependence on costly diesel generation by tapping into clean hydropower. The two new plants, a 32.5 MW facility on the Jiji River and a 17 MW facility on the Mulembwe River, will increase the country’s energy capacity from 60 MW to 109.5 MW, a transformative improvement for a growing population.
Zutari was entrusted with providing detailed design and construction drawings for both schemes. Our scope extended beyond the technical elements, from dams, tunnels, and powerhouses to permanent access roads, housing, and support infrastructure for workers and communities. We also supported commissioning and testing to help ensure a successful handover.
At its core, this project reflects what Zutari stands for: engineering that is grounded in purpose, shaped by partnership, and designed for lasting human benefit. It is also aligned with our Blueprint ambition to deepen our contribution to Africa’s energy transition through people-centred, sustainable solutions.
As the turbines turn, so too does a new chapter for Burundi, one powered not just by water, but by vision, collaboration, and hope.
Explore more about the project’s inauguration here.
