National Water and Electricity Company (NAWEC)

Company description

The National Water and Electricity Company (NAWEC) is The Gambia’s state-owned utility responsible for the provision of electricity, water supply and sewerage services across the country. Established in 1996, the company operates and maintains essential infrastructure, including power generation, transmission and distribution networks, water production and treatment facilities, and wastewater collection and treatment systems. NAWEC serves more than two million people, supplying electricity to residential, commercial and industrial customers while supporting urban and rural electrification programmes. The company is also involved in expanding and modernising national utility infrastructure, improving service reliability and promoting renewable energy integration. Through its ongoing investment in electricity, water and sanitation projects, NAWEC aims to enhance access to essential services and support The Gambia’s economic and social development.

Company details

City:
Serrekunda
Address:
53 Mamadi Maniyang Highway, The Gambia
Phone:
Email:

Participation in projects

Projects Transactions
List of the updates in which the company was involved

Company updates

  • November 05, 2026

    NAWEC Signs US$169 million PPA for 148.44MW Soma Solar Park Phase II in The Gambia

    The National Water and Electricity Company (NAWEC) of The Gambia has signed a 25-year Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with Soliaris Africa Ltd. (Mark Cables FZE) for the development of the Soma Solar P...

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  • February 08, 2023

    NAWEC starts construction on 23 MW solar PV project in Jambur

    Gambia's National Water and Electric Co. (NAWEC) has started the construction of a 23 MW solar photovoltaic (PV) project in Jambur. In addition, the utility announced that the World Bank and the Europ...

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  • July 11, 2017

    EIB mulls loan for Gambia PV & storage project

    The European Investment Bank (EIB) may provide finance to Gambia’s National Water and Electricity Company for a solar power-plus-storage and grid upgrade project in the country.

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