NIGERIA: 90 Million Nigerians Without Electricity Supply – Minister

90 million Nigerians without electricity supply, says, Minister Nigeria’s energy poverty remains a challenge  Africa requires…

Lekela Connects Part of West Bakr Wind Farm to the Grid

Lekala Power has completed the first phase of its West Bakr wind farm. The farm comprises…

Old Mutual to Deploy 648 kWp Solar Plant at Zimbabwe Headquarters

Old Mutual wants to deploy a 648kWp solar power plant in Zimbabwe. Increasing load shedding means…

Is Regulatory Uncertainty Still Considered a Barrier to Investment in the NESI?

Is there a gap in the Nigerian Energy sector? Yes, there is. Are there existing challenges…

ETHIOPIA: AfDB Approves $83.6 Million Funding for Cross-Border Electricity Trade

The AfDB approves $83.6 million funding facility To boost cross-border electricity trade between Ethiopia and Djibouti…

A Disruptive Innovation that Could End the Grid 

From the discovery of X-rays in the 19th Century to Uber and Netflix, disruptive innovations continue to change the trajectory…

Why Mini-Grids are the Best Options?

Electricity is an essential commodity as most activities and businesses depend on electric power to function.…

EBRD Mobilizes $114m for 200 MWp Kom Ombo Solar Project in Egypt

The EBRD has announced the mobilisation of $114m to develop the Kom Ombo solar power plant.…

GHANA: Sector Challenges Due to Financial Challenges – Ghanaian MP

Financial challenges, cause of persistent blackouts says MP Blames Akufo-Addo administration Claims challenges are not technical…

Ghana

Ghana Overview Ghana’s power supply comes from hydropower, crude oil, natural gas, and solar energy. Ghana…