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Djibloho Hydroelectric Dam

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Djibloho Hydroelectric Dam (Equatorial Guinea)

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The Djibloho Dam on the Wele River is Equatorial Guinea's largest hydroelectric project and a symbol of the country's infrastructure modernization. The structure is located in the Wele-Nzas province, near the newly built city of Ciudad de la Paz. The facility was constructed by the Chinese company Sinohydro and officially inaugurated in October 2012. With an installed capacity of 120 megawatts, the dam covers a significant portion of the electricity demand on the mainland and reduces dependence on fossil fuels. The construction comprises a massive concrete dam and a power station that harnesses the natural power of the Wele River. This project was crucial for industrial development and improving the quality of life in the rural regions of the mainland. It represents a major step towards diversifying the country's energy sources and forms the backbone of the national electricity grid in the Rio Muni region.

Location: Equatorial Guinea
Nearby: Mengomeyén (21 km)

Best time to visit & climate

The most pleasant time to visit is Jun–Aug.

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Avg °C	24	24	24	24	24	23	23	23	23	23	23	24
Rain mm	70	93	188	173	145	75	30	54	130	263	228	103

📋 Practical info

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What is this place?

The Djibloho Hydroelectric Dam is the largest hydroelectric plant in Equatorial Guinea, located on the Wele River, supplying electricity to large parts of the mainland. It is crucial for industrial development and rural electrification.

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Visiting

The dam is critical infrastructure and closed to the public. From viewpoints on the reservoir shore or from the bridge downstream, the dam wall and power plant facilities are visible.

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Where to view it

A good viewpoint is the road bridge over the Wele downstream of the dam, from which the full width of the dam wall is visible. The lake shore road also provides several spots with panoramic views over the water and surrounding hills.

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Local products

The dam generates electricity, not a physical product. However, agricultural goods such as cocoa, coffee, and tropical fruits are grown in the region and available at local markets.

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Active season

Electricity generation depends on water availability, which peaks in the rainy season from April to October. During the dry season, output may be reduced, but the plant operates year-round.

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Nearby

The Djibloho Dam is near the city of Bata, a gateway for trips into the rainforest. The island of Bioko with its beaches and Pico Basile Mountain is also worth a visit.