Khartoum State Governor Emphasizes the Importance of Diversifying Energy Sources

Omdurman – Sudanhorizon

The Governor of Khartoum State, Ahmed Osman Hamza, attributed the severe electricity shortage in the state to reduced generation capacity resulting from the systematic destruction of the electricity sector at the hands of the militias.

This destruction, he explained, was caused by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) militia, a rebel group, who targeted power generation and transmission stations, as well as vital and strategic facilities, in an attempt to weaken the state’s capabilities and disrupt essential services that directly impact people’s lives.

This statement was made during his address on Tuesday before the opening of the first Renewable and Alternative Energy Conference, held from July 14th to 16th at Omdurman Ahlia University.

The conference is organized by the Sudanese University Professors Association (MAJSU) and sponsored by the Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, Professor Ahmed Madawi Musa. It features broad participation from university professors, researchers, experts, and specialists in the energy sector, along with companies working in the production and development of renewable energy technologies.

According to a press release issued by the state media, the governor indicated that the government is exerting significant efforts to rebuild the electricity sector and restart damaged power plants, considering that a stable electricity supply is a fundamental pillar for restoring economic activity, supporting production, and achieving national recovery.

Hamza pointed out that the current phase requires considering scientific and sustainable solutions based on diversifying energy sources and utilizing Sudan’s abundant natural resources, especially solar and wind energy.

He praised the significant role played by researchers, scientists, and university professors in providing practical visions and solutions that keep pace with global developments in the field of clean and renewable energy.

The Governor of Khartoum announced his full support for the conference, emphasizing the state government’s commitment to adopting and implementing the recommendations that will emerge from its sessions, particularly those related to increasing electricity production and developing alternative and sustainable sources that reduce reliance on traditional sources and contribute to a stable electricity supply in the coming period.

The governor pointed out that Khartoum State has a pioneering experience in producing methane gas from the Abu Walidat landfill, noting that the project achieved encouraging results in its early stages, but it faced a number of technical and operational obstacles that led to its suspension.

He expressed his hope that scientific research and modern technologies will contribute to reviving and developing the project, making it a national model for utilizing waste in the production of clean energy.

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