 CIDA-funded projects in this sector included the Sélingué Dam Energy Transmission Line (1976–1980), the Bamako Electricity Sector Strengthening (1991–2000), and the Bamako-Ségou Very High Tension Connector Line project (1976–1980).The latter project's purpose was to bring hydroelectric power to the city of Ségou and environs via the construction of a 280-km.connector line and hydro poles from Bamako.