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Africa-Press – Sierra-Leone. <\/strong><\/span>Sierra Leone\u2019s Chief Minister, David Moinina Sengeh, addressed the nation at a government press conference, acknowledging the ongoing electricity challenges in Freetown.<\/b><\/p>\n

The Chief Minister explained that the current electricity infrastructure simply cannot keep up with the growing demand. Freetown requires 100 megawatts of power, but the existing system can only handle a maximum of 80 megawatts.<\/p>\n

Upgrading the infrastructure, a vast network of 10,000 kilometers of cable that has been in place for 63 years, is a complex undertaking and won\u2019t be a quick fix.<\/p>\n

Sengeh also expressed frustration with widespread electricity theft. \u201cWe have many churches, mosques, ministries, and even houses stealing electricity,\u201d he stated. He urged citizens to stop these practices, including using illegal meters or tampering with meters, as they deprive the government of much-needed revenue.<\/p>\n

Recently, the Chief Minister intervened in a payment dispute between the Ministry of Finance and Karpowership, a company supplying electricity.<\/p>\n

With unpaid dues of approximately $46 million, Karpowership threatened to halt service. Sengeh convened a meeting with key stakeholders, stressing the urgency of the situation. His efforts led to a significant payment from the Ministry of Finance to Karpowership, resolving the immediate impasse.<\/p>\n

For More News And Analysis About Sierra-Leone<\/a> Follow Africa-Press<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Africa-Press – Sierra-Leone. Sierra Leone\u2019s Chief Minister, David Moinina Sengeh, addressed the nation at a government press conference, acknowledging the ongoing electricity challenges in Freetown. The Chief Minister explained that the current electricity infrastructure simply cannot keep up with the growing demand. 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