MARKET / DJIBOUTI
#24Continent rank
3Deals tracked
$3,180mCapital tracked
303 MWPipeline
0 MWOperational (tracked)
80 MWInstalled RE (2024, IRENA)
69%Electricity access (2024, World Bank)
$4.6bnGDP (2025, World Bank)
68.76%RE capital / GDP (12M)

Market primer

structure, counterparties and bankability context
Region / power poolEastern Africa · EAPP
Main offtaker
Regulator
PPA frameworkNot yet researched
Currency / convertibility · Not yet researched
GDP per capita$3,906 (2025, World Bank)
Sovereign ratingsMoody’s · S&P · IMF DSA
Last updatedpending

Installed renewables

20152024, MW (IRENA)

Deals

every row source-linked
DateDealType$mConf
2026-05-26Djibouti National Energy Strategy 2026–2035grant1,700B
2026-04-28AMEA Power renewable energy and storage portfolioequity_raise1,480B
2026-03-27Djibouti Economic Diversification Programgrantpledge26A

Project pipeline

ProjectTechMWStatus
Lake Assal Geothermal ProjectGeothermal300early_development
Djibouti 3 MW Off-Grid Solar Power StationHybrid3construction
Omar Jagaa Solar PlantHybrid0operational
Adailou Off-Grid Solar Power StationHybrid0operational
Red Sea Power Wind FarmWindlate_development

Tariffs & policy

2026-06-01National Energy Strategy 2026–2035
Ministry of Energy; Government of Djibouti
2026-05-26Djibouti National Energy Strategy 2026–2035
Ministry of Energy; Ministry of Finance and Industry; Ministry of Budget; Ministry of Social Affairs

Recent coverage

from the archive
2026-07-10Carbon Check (India) Private Limited has successfully completed the joint validation and verification of Djibouti’s first wind power project, the Red Sea Power Wind Farm, under the Verified Carbon Standard (VCS ID 3163).
The Red Sea Power Wind Farm in Djibouti has achieved a key milestone in carbon certification, signaling progress toward operational readiness.
2026-06-23Djibouti strengthens energy cooperation with Morocco
2026-06-03Djibouti, EU Discuss Renewable Energy and National Energy Plan.
2026-05-26Djibouti Unveils $1.7 Billion National Energy Strategy for 2026–2035
Djibouti has formalized a $1.7 billion national energy strategy targeting 100% renewable energy by 2035 and mobilizing $728 million in private investment.
2026-03-30World Bank Group Financing of Over US$25 Million to Support Economic Diversification in Djibouti
The World Bank and IFC have launched a $75.75 million integrated financing platform for Djibouti, with an initial $25.75 million IDA grant to support private sector-led economic diversification.
2026-03-16Djibouti: Ghoubet wind farm to install bird and bat protection system | African Energy
Red Sea Power is enhancing the environmental mitigation measures at the Ghoubet wind farm, reflecting increasing focus on biodiversity standards in African wind projects.
2026-02-05Djibouti Seeks U.S. Investment in Renewable Energy
2026-02-04Promoting Solar Self Consumption for Sustainable Energy in Djibouti
2026-02-02Finance lined up for Ethiopia’s largest wind plant yet as Djibouti sales help to drive growth | African Energy
2026-01-26Promoting Solar Self-Consumption for Sustainable Energy in Djibouti
2026-01-22Djibouti University Opens Centre to Advance Renewable Energy Research and Innovation
2026-01-05After reports of Egypt’s deal on Djibouti and Eritrea ports, Egypt and Djibouti sign agreements on ports, solar energy, and logistics - Addis Standard
Egypt and Djibouti's new bilateral agreements signal deepening economic ties, positioning solar energy as a key sector for joint development in East Africa.
2026-01-01Djibouti, Japan Partner to Boost  Geothermal Energy Output
2026-01-01Egypt, Djibouti Deepen Port and Energy Cooperation
This article highlights ongoing cooperation between Egypt and Djibouti in the energy sector, potentially impacting future projects and investments.
2025-12-27Egypt launches solar power plant in Djibouti, expanding renewable energy cooperation - Dailynewsegypt
The inauguration of the Omar Jagaa Solar Plant in Djibouti marks a significant step in Egypt's renewable energy cooperation with Djibouti, enhancing bilateral ties and showcasing Egypt's commitment to supporting African energy initiatives.