Partnership to connect 300 million to electricity by 2030
The World Bank Group and African Development Bank Group are partnering on an ambitious effort to provide at least 300 million people in Africa with electricity access by 2030.
Zambia unveil financial mechanism to accelerate energy generation
In support of President Hakainde Hichilema’s decision to accelerate deployment of mini-grids through the 1000 Mini-grid Initiative, the Zambian government have today unveiled a new financial mechanism to support mini-grid developers: the…
Dodai launches electric motorcycles in Ethiopia
Dodai, a pioneering Ethiopian electric mobility startup, conducted a historic launch ceremony, marking a watershed moment in the country’s transport sector.
US initiative to power Africa highlights major achievements
The annual report of Power Africa, the initiative of the United States Government launched a decade ago to help African people access to affordable energy, highlighted major achievements.
South African Special Economic Zones secure energy supply
South African Special Economic Zones (SEZ) are turning to natural gas and renewable energy to secure energy supply while improving operational efficiency.
DP World to empower rural women in Somaliland
DP World has launched a new collaboration with Barefoot College International (BCI), aimed at empowering rural women in Somaliland with Solar Mamas initiative.
Dubai to host Global Black Impact Summit
Dubai, United Arab Emirates, is set to host Global Black Impact Summit (GBIS) 2024 next month.
African Energy Chamber to launch off-grid solutions for Africa schools
In a move to address challenges faced by African children and their schools posed by power outages and no access to power, the African Energy Chamber (AEC) has embarked on a transformative…
Supercharging Africa’s battery, electric vehicles ambitions
A global transition towards green energy and rapid decarbonization has exponentially increased demand for Electric Vehicles (EVs) as well as investment in battery-powered storage systems.
Kenya secures €101 million to boost electricity access
The Board of Directors of the African Development Bank Group (www.AfDB.org) on Wednesday approved a €101.10 million loan to Kenya to implement the third phase of the Last Mile Connectivity Project.
Germany to invest 4 billion euros in Africa’s green energy
The government of Germany has pledged to invest 4 billion euros in Africa’s green energy until 2030.
Greenshare wins energy investment village pitch
Greenshare was selected as the winner of the Energy Investment Village at the Green Energy Africa Summit (GEAS) 2023, being held in Cape Town, South Africa.
South Korea calls for Africa’s universal energy access
The 7th Korea-Africa Economic Cooperation (KOAFEC) Ministerial Conference opened in Korea’s second-largest city, Busan, on Wednesday with a strong call for additional resources to help African countries achieve universal access to energy…
Schneider Electric calls for energy saving
Schneider Electric, the global Swedish company engaged in empowering all to make the most of energy and resources, bridging progress and sustainability, calls for energy saving.