Digest from the 73rd Power Dialogue

The partial privatisation of the Nigerian power sector in 2013 aimed to tackle the energy deficit…

NERC Sets July 1st for GenCos to Attain 5GW Generation Capacity

Generation companies to produce 5000MW of capacity by July 1. The Nigeria Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC)…

How and Why Electricity Prices Increase

The Nigeria Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) uploaded a document highlighting reviewed electricity tariffs for distribution companies…

Overview of the Proposed Electricity Bill and Its Impact on the Nigerian Power Sector

Introduction The Electric Power Sector Reform (EPSR) Act, enacted in 2005, created the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory…

UGANDA: Minister Recommends Stopping New Investments as UMEME Concession Closes

Minister recommends halt to new investments in UMEME Concession ends in 2025 UMEME is seeking a…

SOUTH AFRICA: Business Chambers Challenge NERSA’s Tariff Methodology in Court

Business Chambers challenges tariff methodology It says it’s unlawful for Municipalities to determine retail tariffs Business…

NIGERIA: Should We Expect Reduced Electricity Tariff in 2022?

Expect tariff reductions in 2022 FG promises a downward trend in electricity tariffs following a reduction…

NIGERIA: Yola Communities Decry Tariff Increase by Quest Electricity Nigeria Limited

Yola residents decry up 150% tariff increment Ask YEDC officials to disconnect the supply No statement…

African Electricity Markets in 2022: Top 5 Focus Areas

  As Africa looks to recover and improve energy access following the slowdown due to the…

SOUTH AFRICA: City of Cape Town Rejects Eskom’s Tariff Application

Cape Town Mayor opposes Eskom’ tariff application Hill-Lewis says residents cannot afford a tariff increment Seeks…