Aseel Oilfield Services Limited and the Government of Zanzibar sign two Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) to enhance power supply and carry out mineral exploration.

The first MoU is dedicated to the development of a wind farm project, seeking to generate power with a capacity ranging from 20MW to 200MW.

The MoUs were signed by the Principal Secretary of Zanzibar’s Ministry of Water, Energy and Minerals, Mr Joseph Kilangi, and Aseel Oilfield Services managing director Saeed Al Jabry.

Witnessing the event were Zanzibar Water, Energy and Minerals minister Hassan Shaibu Kaduara, deputy minister Shaaban Ali Othman, senior government officials and stakeholders.

Speaking on the occasion, Minister Kaduara said that the wind farm will harness the region’s abundant wind resources, hence, reducing dependence on fossil fuels and promoting a greener and more sustainable future.

In his speech, he lauded the exceptional leadership demonstrated by Zanzibar President Dr Hussein Mwinyi, in the development of various sectors, including minerals.

“President Mwinyi’s visionary approach and his efforts to simplify processes have so far attracted investors across various sectors and stimulated economic growth and development in the region,” said Minister Kaduara.

He explained that mineral exploration work is part of the ministry’s effort to open up Zanzibar economically.

“If it is proven that minerals exist in Zanzibar, it will add another important sector to boost Zanzibar’s economy. This signing ceremony not only solidifies the partnership between the ministry and Aseel, but also signifies the mutual commitment to advancing Zanzibar’s mineral exploration and clean energy aspirations,” said Mr Kaduara.

For his part, the Group Chairman of Aseel Oilfield Services Limited, Mr Iman Al Jabry, commended the positive reception from Zanzibar’s government and assured that the project would succeed for the benefit of the nation.

Mr Al Jabry said they will use the advanced instruments and technologies for mineral exploration and wind farm projects.

“These cutting-edge tools will significantly improve the efficiency and accuracy of exploration processes, expediting the identification and extraction of valuable mineral resources while paving the way for a sustainable energy future,” said Al Jabry.

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