Morupule A refurbishment to cost P2.5 billion

Kimu00a0Dae-soo  and Jacob Raleru
Kimu00a0Dae-soo and Jacob Raleru

A top South Korean power equipment maker, Doosan Heavy Industries and Construction says it has won a $204 million (P2.5 billion) tender to refurbish the mothballed Morupule A power plant.

The awarding of the tender follows months of controversy after government and the Botswana Power Corporation (BPC) were accused of running a parallel procurement process with Doosan while another tender on the same project was still out.

The power plant, which has been shut down since 2012, has a total capacity of 132 megawatts comprising four generators producing 33 megawatts.

Editor's Comment
Watch your tongue Mr President

While his leadership has brought about significant progress and development, it is imperative that he exercises greater caution in his choice of words, particularly when addressing sensitive matters.One of the primary concerns is the potential impact of his remarks on Botswana’s relationship with De Beers, the diamond mining giant that plays a crucial role in the nation’s economy.The partnership between Botswana and De Beers has been mutually...

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