The 220kV-400 kV cross-national transmission line project is composed by: (i) overhead power line, for the transmission and distribution of electricity between the cities of Masaka (Uganda) and Mwanza (Tanzania); and (ii) substations for the interconnection of the energy systems for the supply of energy for consumers along the line route. The project objectives are to:
• Enhance electricity trade among East African countries and, particularly, between Tanzania and Uganda, contributing to the establishment of the Eastern Africa Power Pool
• Improve security and reliability of electric power supply in the region
• Foster economic development and regional integration
• Improve operational and technical performance of the interconnected grids.