Djibouti is seeking to strengthen its energy independence by partnering with Morocco on a solar power project with storage, as the Horn of Africa nation looks to reduce reliance on imported electricity.
Djibouti’s Energy Minister Djama Mohamed Hassan said his country aims to draw on Moroccan expertise in clean energy development to advance a planned solar plant equipped with storage technology.
The project was discussed during a meeting in Djibouti with a joint delegation from the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB), the Moroccan Agency for International Cooperation (AMCI) and the Moroccan Agency for Sustainable Energy (MASEN).
Djibouti currently sources nearly 80% of its electricity from renewable energy, mainly through wind power and hydropower imports from neighboring Ethiopia. However, officials say this dependence on foreign supply exposes the country to structural vulnerabilities and constrains its industrial ambitions.
The proposed solar facility, designed to suit local climatic conditions, is intended to boost domestic production capacity while addressing intermittency through storage solutions.
Morocco’s role has emerged as central to the initiative. MASEN representatives presented the North African country’s experience in developing large-scale renewable projects, offering technical expertise and project management know-how tailored to Djibouti’s needs.
Moroccan Charge d’affaires Mohammed Mdarhri highlighted the strategic importance of energy partnerships as part of broader South-South cooperation, positioning Morocco as a key partner in addressing Africa’s energy challenges.
