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African Energy Chamber

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    • $40B Africa Energy Fund Targets Universal Access – What it Means for Clean Cooking
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$40B Africa Energy Fund Targets Universal Access – What it Means for Clean Cooking

With the launch of a $40 billion fund to expand energy access, African Energy Week 2025: Invest in African Energies will serve as a key platform to drive investment in clean cooking solutions and sustainable energy strategies across the continent

A new $40 billion Africa Energy Fund, launched at the Mission 300 Africa Energy Summit in Dar es Salaam, aims to provide 300 million people with access to cleaner, more reliable energy by 2030. The initiative aligns with Africa’s broader push for sustainable energy solutions, including clean cooking technologies, which…

African Energy Chamber

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    • South Africa Approves Renewable Energy Masterplan, Targeting Enhanced Energy Security
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South Africa Approves Renewable Energy Masterplan, Targeting Enhanced Energy Security

African Energy Week: Invest in African Energies 2025 will examine the impact the South African Renewable Energy Masterplan will have on the country’s power generation landscape

The South African Cabinet has approved the South African Renewable Energy Masterplan (SAREM) for implementation, targeting energy security and broader industrial growth. The plan seeks to address challenges associated with local capacity, infrastructure and investment by providing a roadmap for developing renewable energy and battery storage technologies. For investors, the…

Presidency of the Arab Republic of Egypt
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Egypt: President El-Sisi Meets Prime Minister, Minister of Electricity and Renewable Energy

The discussion included ways to enhance reliance on renewable energy sources, in line with the state's commitment to achieving sustainable development goals

Today, President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi met with Prime Minister Dr. Mostafa Madbouly, Minister of Electricity and Renewable Energy Dr. Mahmoud Esmat, Advisor to the President for Urban Planning Major General Amir Sayed Ahmed, Head of the Armed Forces Financial Affairs Authority Lieutenant General Ahmed El-Shazly, Head of the Armed Forces…

Republic of South Africa: The Parliament
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South Africa: Committee Received Briefings on Interventions to Address the Escalating Municipal Electricity Debt

The committee stressed that the municipal electricity debt crisis requires collaboration and decisive action from all levels of government and stakeholders

As part of its week-long oversight to Gauteng, the Portfolio Committee on Electricity and Energy held a meeting that brought together key stakeholders which included Eskom, National Treasury, the Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (COGTA), and the South African Local Government Association (SALGA), on the growing municipal electricity…

Parliament of the Republic of Uganda
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Govt revises UMEME buyout to US$118 million

The report was tabled by the Minister of State for Finance, Planning and Economic Development (General Duties), Hon. Henry Musasizi

Government has revised the loan request to buy out electricity distribution company, UMEME, from over US$190 million, to over US$118 million. This was contained in the Special Audit Report for the end of lease and assignment between UMEME Limited and Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited (UEDCL) that was adopted during…

Energy Capital & Power
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Congo to Double Power Generation to 1,500 MW by 2030

The Republic of Congo plans to double its power generation capacity to 1,500 MW by 2030, focusing on renewable energy projects to improve electricity access and support industrial growth

The Republic of Congo has unveiled plans to double its power generation capacity to 1,500 MW by 2030, with a strong focus on renewable energy projects. “This initiative aims to enhance electricity access for the nation's six million citizens and support industrial growth,” said Congolese Minister of Energy and Water,…

Trinasolar

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Trinasolar Tackles South Africa’s Power Crisis with Innovative Solar and Storage Solutions at Solar & Storage Live Africa

Trinasolar’s advanced portfolio of high-quality photovoltaic modules and energy storage systems are designed to innovatively address the country’s energy challenges

Trinasolar (www.Trinasolar.com), a global leader in smart PV and energy storage solutions, is proud to announce its participation in the Solar & Storage Live Africa exhibition, taking place at Nasrec, Johannesburg, from 25-27 March 2025. As South Africa grapples with an ongoing energy crisis, Trinasolar is positioning itself as a…

African Energy Chamber
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North Africa’s Growing Energy Influence - Key Projects and Investment Opportunities

As North Africa advances transformative oil & gas, hydrogen and renewable energy projects, African Energy Week 2025: Invest in African Energies will showcase the region's pivotal role in shaping the future of global energy and driving investment opportunities

North Africa has long been a key player in the global energy arena, and its role is set to expand as the region advances in oil and gas, hydrogen and renewable energy. From exploration and production to innovative investment opportunities, North Africa’s energy landscape is evolving, with both mature and…

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Desert to Power: The African Development Bank Group, Eritrea sign agreement for 12 MW mini-grid project

To build local capacity and ensure project sustainability, 25 local companies will be trained and equipped with tools and machinery

The African Development Bank Group (www.AfDB.org) and Eritrea have signed an agreement for $19.5 million in grant funding for the Desert to Power Eritrea 12MW Mini Grid Project. Eritrea’s Minister of Finance and National Development, who is also the Bank Group Governor for the country, Dr. Ghiorghish Teklemichae, signed on…

Energy Capital & Power

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African Refiners and Distributors Association (ARDA) Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to Speak at Congo Energy & Investment Forum (CEIF) 2025, Downstream Projects in Focus

Anibor Kragha, Executive Secretary and CEO of the African Refiners and Distributors Association, will participate as a speaker at the inaugural Congo Energy & Investment Forum this March in Brazzaville

The Republic of Congo’s commitment to reducing imports and driving electrification has positioned the country at the forefront of a robust intra-African oil and gas industry. As Africa undertakes a strategic approach to harmonizing fuels standards, coordinating regional regulations and expanding an inclusive downstream sector, Anibor Kragha, Executive Secretary and…

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