The West African Power Pool (WAPP), under the leadership of its Secretary General, Mr. Abdoulaye DIA, and in collaboration with the Transmission System Operators (TSOs) of its member utilities, has successfully conducted a historic synchronization test of the West African power grid.
Coordinated from the Information and Coordination Center (ICC) in Calavi, Benin on the 8th of November,2025 this landmark test represents a major step forward in regional energy integration.
According to a statement by the ECOWAS Directorate of Communication on Monday, this test confirms the technical feasibility of coordinated regional operation, demonstrating benefits like reserve sharing and enhanced energy security. It marks a crucial milestone toward the establishment of the West African Regional Electricity Market and real-time energy exchanges.
WAPP now plans to achieve permanent synchronization of all 15 concerned countries by the end of June 2026.
"WAPP also extends its deep appreciation to all technical, financial and institutional partners, and pays tribute to the pioneers (power system experts, consultants and suppliers) whose dedication over nearly a decade made this milestone possible."