Madkour Holding Group and GoGas Holding have signed a Joint Development Agreement (JDA) to establish a combined-cycle gas-fired power generation plant in Nouakchott, marking a major step toward strengthening Mauritania’s energy infrastructure.
The project will utilize natural gas from the offshore Banda‑Tevet Gas Field, which is currently being developed by GoGas Holding. According to the companies, the first phase of the power plant is expected to begin generating electricity by the end of 2028 with an initial capacity of 200 MW, eventually expanding to reach up to 365 MW.
The initiative is considered the first project of its kind in Mauritania, aiming to harness locally produced natural gas to generate electricity for the domestic market. The development is expected to support the expansion of the country’s national electricity grid while enhancing its role in regional power integration.
Industry officials noted that the project could strengthen Mauritania’s position within the West African Power Pool (WAPP), which promotes cross-border electricity trade and energy cooperation across West Africa.
The signing ceremony was attended by several senior industry leaders, including Tarek El Molla, Chairman of GoGas Holding and former Minister of Petroleum and Mineral Resources of Egypt; Mostafa Madkour; Khaled Abu Bakr; Tawfik Diab; and Adham Alkady.
The agreement was formally signed by Adham Alkady, CEO of Madkour Holding, and Heba Ayad.
During the ceremony, Mostafa Madkour presented a Strategic Partnership Trophy to Tarek El Molla and Khaled Abu Bakr in recognition of their contributions to advancing energy cooperation and industrial development across Africa.
Speaking at the event, Tarek El Molla said the partnership represents a significant step toward strengthening regional energy integration by transforming Mauritania’s natural gas resources into sustainable electricity for both domestic consumption and the wider West African market.
Mostafa Madkour emphasized that the project reflects the company’s commitment to partnering with African governments to deliver long-term energy infrastructure that supports industrial and social development.
Khaled Abu Bakr noted that the collaboration demonstrates the strength of Egyptian industrial cooperation and aims to deliver world-class solutions for converting natural gas resources into sustainable power for Mauritania.
Adham Alkady added that the agreement represents an important milestone in Madkour Holding’s expansion strategy in West Africa, with a focus on delivering reliable, efficient, and environmentally responsible energy solutions aligned with international standards.
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