Following its initiative in Niger, Algeria continues its strategic drive to bolster stability in the Sahel through tangible economic and social development projects. Prime Minister Sifi Ghrieb arrived in Chad on June 8 to launch the construction of a 40-megawatt power plant gifted by Algeria—marking the second such project in the region after the rapid completion of a facility in Niger just days earlier.

Chad receives Algeria’s 40MW energy boost

The new plant, to be built by Sonelgaz International, underscores Algeria’s commitment to fostering stronger ties with Sahel nations. Under directives from Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune, this project aligns with Chad’s energy needs and development goals. The groundbreaking ceremony took place in the Farcha industrial zone of N’Djamena, chaired by Algerian and Chadian leaders: Prime Ministers Sifi Ghrieb and Allamaye Halina.

During the event, Ghrieb emphasized the project’s symbolic and practical significance, calling it a testament to the “unwavering political will” uniting both nations. He highlighted how this initiative translates high-level agreements between President Tebboune and Chadian President Marshal Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno into on-the-ground progress, strengthening “a robust strategic partnership rooted in mutual solidarity, shared growth, and collective interests.”

Beyond its developmental impact, the project represents a pivotal moment in bilateral relations, Ghrieb noted, shifting from planning to active implementation of joint ventures. He credited this momentum to the renewed diplomatic momentum after President Déby Itno’s official visit to Algeria in April 2026.

Powering Sahel growth: Algeria’s energy vision

The Chadian plant is more than infrastructure—it’s a catalyst for economic resilience. Ghrieb stressed that energy is a cornerstone for attracting investment, industrial expansion, and improving public services. “Where energy thrives, economic transformation accelerates, and livelihoods improve.” Algeria’s vision, he added, prioritizes African-led solutions over empty promises, championing “a continent where solidarity drives real projects, creates wealth, and uplifts communities.”

Beyond electricity: Algeria’s Sahel energy offensive

This project is part of a broader Algerian strategy in Chad, including plans for a local refinery, geological exploration partnerships, and joint training initiatives. Sonelgaz International’s rising demand across Africa—from Côte d’Ivoire to Mozambique—signals growing confidence in Algerian expertise.

Algeria’s influence extends beyond electricity. Recent oil and gas ventures in the Sahel, such as the Kafra oil field in Niger and the Trans-Saharan Gas Pipeline’s Algerian segment (launched June 4), further cement its role as a regional energy leader.