Strengthening the National Energy Mix: The Country Takes a New Step with the Sokoro 2 Solar Power Plant

Author: Adolphe ANGOUAPublished on: November 8, 2026Country: Côte d’Ivoire

Business & EconomyEnvironment & Climate

Strengthening the National Energy Mix: The Country Takes a New Step with the Sokoro 2 Solar Power Plant

The Sokoro 2 photovoltaic solar power plant was inaugurated on November 6, 2026, in Ferkessédougou in northern Côte d’Ivoire. Covering 70 hectares, it has an installed capacity of 52 MWp and 73,340 photovoltaic panels, following an investment of 41 billion CFA francs. The project is intended to expand renewables’ role in the national electricity mix and help supply households, schools, health centers, and industries.

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