Kaléta Hydropower Plant

The Kaléta Hydropower Plant is one of Guinea's most significant energy projects, marking a turning point in the country's electricity supply. Located on the Konkouré River in the Dubréka Prefecture, about 150 kilometers northeast of the capital, Conakry, the plant has an installed capacity of 240 megawatts. Upon its commissioning in 2015, Kaléta nearly doubled the country's total energy capacity. Geographically, the plant harnesses the natural flow of the Konkouré River in a region characterized by dense tropical vegetation and water-rich tributaries. The massive project was primarily funded by the China Exim Bank and built by the China International Water & Electric Corporation (CWE). Economically, Kaléta is of existential importance, drastically reducing the chronic power outages in Conakry and surrounding cities while promoting industrial development, especially in the mining sector. The plant is part of a cascade of dams on the Konkouré River, which also includes the Garafiri and Souapiti projects. Kaléta has become a symbol of modernization and national pride for many Guineans, as it has significantly improved electricity access for a large portion of the population.

Nearby cities

Conakry

The vibrant capital of Guinea, located on a peninsula on the Atlantic Ocean.

Dubréka

Dubréka is a city north of Conakry, known for its picturesque mountains and proximity to Mount Soumba.

Kindia

Kindia is located northeast of Conakry and is famous for its banana plantations and citrus fruit cultivation.

Coyah

Coyah is located near Conakry and is known for its natural water springs.

Télimélé

Télimélé is a city in the Kindia region known for its livestock farming and agricultural trade.

Forécariah

Forécariah is located in southwestern Guinea near the border with Sierra Leone.

Friguiagbé

Friguiagbé is located in the Kindia prefecture and is a major producer of pineapples and other tropical fruits.

Souguéta

Souguéta is an important stopping point on the main road from Conakry to the north of Guinea.

Wonkifong

Wonkifong is an important agricultural center near the coast, known for grain and fruit cultivation.

Maférinyah

Maférinyah is located south of Conakry and is known for its extensive rice fields and coastal mangroves.

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Kaback

A large agricultural island south of Conakry, known for rice fields, mangroves, and salt production.

Kassa Island

A tropical escape near Conakry, known for its golden sand beaches and relaxed atmosphere.

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Tamara Island

The largest and wildest island of the Îles de Los archipelago, known for its historic lighthouse and steep cliffs.

History & landmarks

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Soumba Bridge

The Soumba Bridge crosses the Soumba River near Dubréka.

Kakimbo Caves

Historical and spiritual caves in Conakry, a site of local legends and traditions.

Nature

Lake Koba

Lake Koba is located in the coastal region near Boffa.

More places

Souapiti Hydropower Plant

Souapiti is Guinea's largest hydropower project, serving to regulate the Konkouré River and massively increase energy production.

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Debele Bauxite Mine

The mine near Kindia is operated in cooperation with Russian companies and is a significant site for the Guinean aluminum industry.

Colombière Cave

This archaeological site near Kindia contains prehistoric finds dating back to the Stone age.

Kindia Colonial Quarter

The old quarter of Kindia preserves numerous buildings from the time of the French administration, reflecting the architectural style and…

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Mount Gangan

Mount Gangan towers over the city of Kindia and offers a spectacular view of the surrounding area.

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Garafiri Hydropower Plant

The Garafiri power plant was the first major dam project after independence and is a milestone in the national energy infrastructure.

Kindia Pineapple Plantations

The region around Kindia is the hub of Guinean pineapple cultivation.

Dubréka Mangrove Habitats

The extensive mangrove swamps near Dubréka are a fascinating coastal habitat.