The Lesotho Highlands Development Authority commissioned and Mkhulu EDP performed the Matsoku to Polihali 132kV Transmission Line project, which operated from September 2019 to 2021. The goal of the project was to build a new 132kV transmission line from Matsoku to the Polihali substation site while also improving an existing line from Maputsoe to Matsoku.

The scope of work includes the building of new transmission towers, conductor stringing, and supporting infrastructure such as access roads and foundation pads. In order to accommodate the new transmission line, existing infrastructure had to be relocated.

Safety and environmental concerns were prioritized throughout the project, and all work was completed in accordance with international best practices and industry standards. Furthermore, the project was managed in close collaboration with local communities and stakeholders to ensure that daily activities were not disrupted.

When finished, the new transmission line will improve the region’s energy transmission capacity and reliability, enhancing access to electricity for communities and aiding the development of Lesotho’s economy. The project will also help the country cut carbon emissions and alleviate the effects of climate change by allowing renewable energy sources to be integrated into the national grid.