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Turkish firm begins energy exploration

The government has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Turkish firm, Hakan Mining and Electricity Generation Industry and Trade Inc. (Hakan) to develop power generating plants in the wetlands of Nyanza and Gisagara Districts in the Southern Province. Hakan is expected to develop the power plants in three years, the Minister of State in Charge of energy and Water, Emma Francoise Isumbigabo said.
State Minister in charge of Energy and Water Emma Francoise Isumbingabo (L) and HAKAN Chairman Ahmet Karasoy exchange documents after the signing. The New Times / J. Mbanda.
State Minister in charge of Energy and Water Emma Francoise Isumbingabo (L) and HAKAN Chairman Ahmet Karasoy exchange documents after the signing. The New Times / J. Mbanda.
Ivan R. Mugisha