Afghanistan has signed a $10bn agreement with a domestic private company to develop electricity projects aimed at generating 10,000 megawatts of power, according to ToloNews.
The deal, signed with the Ministry of Energy and Water, is considered one of the most ambitious infrastructure initiatives in the country’s history. The projects will tap into Afghanistan’s diverse natural resources, including coal, gas, hydro, wind, and solar, to help meet the country’s growing electricity needs.
Acting Minister of Energy and Water Abdul Latif Mansoor described the agreement as a major achievement for the Islamic Emirate and an important step toward the country’s economic development.
“In today’s world, electricity is an essential need for every individual, whether in healthcare, industry, or for families and households,” he said.
Mansoor emphasized that Afghanistan possesses abundant energy resources and called on both domestic and international investors to participate in similar infrastructure initiatives.
According to the ministry, the projects will be implemented over the period from 2026 to 2032. The technical design is expected to be completed within the next six months. In the first phase, practical electricity production will begin with an estimated capacity of 2,000 to 3,000 megawatts.
The full project aims to produce electricity from multiple sources and regions: 3,400 MW from coal in Balkh, Bamiyan, Herat, and Baghlan; 3,700 MW from gas in Jawzjan, Herat, and the northern zone; 2,040 MW from hydropower in Kabul, Kapisa, and Daikundi; 700 MW from wind in Herat and Farah; and 200 MW from solar in Kabul, Kandahar, and Ghazni.
Mirwais Azizi, the head of the private company leading the project, stated that while 17 to 18 foreign experts will be involved during the initial phase, the goal is to build local capacity and ensure that 98% of the workforce consists of Afghan nationals. He announced plans to establish a training center to develop the professional skills of Afghans and fully entrust them with responsibilities throughout the project’s duration.
This large-scale agreement comes at a time when electricity shortages continue to affect Afghanistan’s industries and daily life. The government sees energy development as critical to improving economic resilience, ensuring stability, and reducing dependence on imported power.
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