Mali secures funding for key power grid project, bolstering sovereignty and stability
Mali has ratified financing exceeding 36 billion CFA francs for the construction of the “Boucle Nord” 225 kV high-voltage electricity loop around Bamako. The project, approved in late December 2025, is a cornerstone of the strategy of the transitional government to strengthen national infrastructure and sovereignty.
More than a technical upgrade, the grid is framed as a political statement—an embodiment of the refoundation vision championed by Transition President Colonel Assimi Goïta.
It prioritizes long-term network resilience and energy security for the capital, moving away from short-term fixes.
The initiative aims to harness opportunities from regional interconnections, particularly within the Senegal River Basin, to serve domestic economic and population needs.
A stable power supply for Bamako, the political and economic heart of the Nation, is viewed as fundamental to attracting investment, boosting industrial competitiveness, and improving public services.
By entrusting implementation to local firms and leveraging solid financial partnerships, the state underscores its capacity to manage complex projects.
This power loop is thus presented not merely as infrastructure, but as a symbol of institutional credibility and a tangible step in Mali’s ongoing transformation.
Neil CAMARA
