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A Gambian-led venture, Cornerstone and Dubai-based Haji Al Shams Solar Energy, is set to invest $300 million to deploy solar energy across Senegal’s agriculture sector.
West African country, Gambia, has launched a pay-as-you-go solar energy project to expand electricity access nationwide and reduce reliance on fossil fuels.
Leading green hydrogen developer Hynfra has signed a framework agreement with the Government of Mauritania for an integrated green ammonia project valued at $1.5 billion in Nouakchott.
The Zambian government is inviting local and international investors to explore opportunities in the country’s renewable energy sector, specifically for utility-scale solar projects.
Africa has secured a landmark $100 billion investment commitment to accelerate renewable energy expansion and drive green industrialisation, following a major cooperation deal signed at the Second Africa Climate Summit in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
North African nation, Morocco, has inaugurated its first 13 MW floating solar plant on the Oued Rmel Dam reservoir to power Tangier Med Port.
Africa’s renewable energy adoption is gathering pace and setting a new trend. A recent report reveals that solar imports on the continent jumped by 60% in just one year. In this article, we explore the countries driving this growth.
Egypt has inked a $220 million contract for the Atom Solar Egypt project, involving investors from the UAE, China, and Bahrain to develop solar cells, panels, and energy storage systems in the Suez Canal Economic Zone (SCZONE).
Rwanda said it will move ahead with plans to sell carbon credits to Singapore under a climate trade agreement that allows countries to offset emissions.
East African nation, Tanzania, is seeking $1.8 billion in funding to support its transition to clean cooking, aiming for 80% access by 2034.
North African country, Egypt, has declared plans to enhance cooperation in renewable energy and the localization of solar cell and battery production.
Africa’s renewable energy landscape in tandem with global transition pace is gaining momentum. A new report shows that the importation of solar panel on the continent has increased substantially in recent time.
In Africa’s vast and diverse energy sector, consumer renewable energy sales are primarily driven by off-grid solar products, such as lanterns, home systems, and kits, amid persistent electricity access challenges.
Africa’s budding renewable energy markets offer great opportunities for investment. However, without proper guidance and due diligence, investors risk losing their hard-earned money. This article offers insights on how to navigate Africa’s renewable energy space.
Most renewable projects in Africa are driven by foreign investors and global financiers like the World Bank. Still, some local companies are making notable contributions.
A US firm, Energy America, has announced plans to develop a 100 MWp solar power plant paired with a 250 megawatt hours (MWh) battery energy storage system (BESS) in Uganda.
West African nation, Ghana, has approved a $3.4 billion renewable energy program to transform the nation’s energy infrastructure, prioritizing public institutions like schools, hospitals, and universities.
Southern African nation, Zambia, has revealed that it plans to generate about 1,000 MW of new solar power by the end of 2025, even as recorded an increased national electricity access rate from 34% to 54%.
Southern African nation, Zimbabwe, signs a $4.4 million project preparation facility agreement with African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) to study the 1-gigawatt (GW) hybrid floating solar photovoltaic project on Lake Kariba, Zimbabwe.
West African nation, Ghana, has secured $1 billion in climate financing to advance its renewable energy and green transition agenda.