Strategic Discussions Underway to Safeguard Isimba Hydropower Plant

March 22, 2026

Today, UEGCL convened a high-level strategic meeting with the contractor for the 183MW  Isimba Hydropower Plant (HPP), China International Water & Electric Corporation (CWE),  together with the Owner’s Engineer, to deliberate on the rehabilitation of the Isimba HPP  spillway system. 

The engagement focused on identifying and evaluating a range of intervention measures,  spanning immediate emergency repairs to more sustainable, long-term solutions aimed at  safeguarding the structural integrity and continued reliability of the facility. 

During the meeting, the CEO of UEGCL, Harrison E. Mutikanga, emphasised the urgency of  undertaking the required remedial works. He called upon the contractor to expedite  mobilisation and ensure the timely commencement of rehabilitation activities, underscoring  UEGCL’s commitment to maintaining safe, efficient, and reliable power generation infrastructure.