Sineng Electric has contributed to the commissioning of a 50MW solar PV project in the Kishapu district of the Shinyanga region in Tanzania. As the country’s first utility-scale grid-connected PV power station, the project is equipped with Sineng’s advanced PV inverter solutions and has now achieved full-capacity grid connection, marking a key step in Tanzania’s efforts to diversify its energy mix and propel the growth of its renewable energy sector.
The ground-mounted plant is connected to the national grid through a 220kV transmission line. Sineng supplied its 6.6MW MV turnkey stations (EP-6600-HB-UD/33), each integrating a medium-voltage transformer and switchgear into a compact design. Engineered for high power density and large block sizes, the solution delivers a maximum efficiency of 99% and supports a DC/AC ratio of up to 1.8, maximizing energy yield and system performance. In addition, the Sineng solution ensures reliable and stable operation during the rainy season, enhancing system resilience under challenging environmental conditions.
Tanzania is on the cusp of renewable energy transformation and the Shinyanga project represents a significant step toward realizing this vision.
This project is expected to play a crucial role in alleviating electricity shortages while providing affordable, sustainable energy to local communities. Once fully operational, the plant is forecast to generate an annual 72,000 MWh of electricity, while eliminating some 57,000 tons of carbon dioxide emissions.