As part of the project, a high voltage power line is being built to connect the four countries and increase the efficiency of power supply for economic growth in the region. In Liberia, the line, when completed will stretch from Yekepa, Nimba County to Buchanan in Grand Bassa, covering 230 kilometers with 569 towers. “We are conducting a training on inspection of transmission lines, monitoring, environmental health, hygiene and safety protocols for the EPA, FDA and the LEC,” Dr. Koffa said. However, with the TRANSCO CLSG project, Dr. Koffa said that Liberia’s current nightmare will be solved. As part of the training, he disclosed that participants will be taken on a guided tour at the TRANSCO CLSG substation in Buchanan.

Source: Front Page Africa October 07, 2020 23:15 UTC