The Noumbiel Multi-Purpose Dam is a proposed reservoir on the Black Volta between Burkina Faso and Ghana. It is designed to provide hydropower, water storage, irrigation support and flood management through a shared dam and reservoir system. The project remains at feasibility stage, with updated studies, environmental approvals, sponsor decisions and financing required before construction.
The Noumbiel Multi-purpose Dam is a planned infrastructure project on the Black Volta River, located on the border between Burkina Faso and Ghana. The project aims to construct a dam with a reservoir for multiple uses, including hydropower generation, irrigation development, water supply, and flood control. It is a key project within the Volta River Basin and is recognized under the Programme for Infrastructure Development in Africa (PIDA). The dam is intended to regulate river flow, contributing to energy security and agricultural productivity in both countries. Technical details from recent studies indicate a focus on optimizing the dam's height and storage capacity to balance power output with environmental and social impacts.
1. Generate renewable hydropower to increase electricity supply and regional energy integration. 2. Develop irrigation schemes to enhance agricultural production and food security. 3. Provide a reliable water supply for domestic and industrial use. 4. Mitigate floods and regulate the flow of the Black Volta River. 5. Foster socio-economic development and regional cooperation between Burkina Faso and Ghana.