Minesto Awarded $.6m grant to Enhance Tidal Power Tech

Minesto has been awarded a grant to improve its tidal energy generation technology. The company plans…

UGANDA: Government to Sell Excess Power to South Sudan

Uganda to sell excess power to South Sudan Surplus to come from the Karuma hydropower dam…

SOUTH AFRICA: Mining Industry to Gradually Transition from Coal

South Africa’s mining industry to gradually transition from coal Coal accounts for 82% of power generated…

AGF and CBK Partner to Provide $7.5m Facility for Green SMEs in Kenya

AGF and CBK to provide $7.5 for solar energy SMEs. Kenya targets universal energy access next…

UGANDA: Uganda Launches REA Last Mile Connectivity Project

Uganda launches last mile connectivity project UMEME to connect 87,500 rural households AfDB and other partners…

NIGERIA: President Buhari Promises to Electrify 5 Million Homes by 2030

President Buhari promises to electrify 5 million homes by 2030 Says Nigeria is committed to Energy…

AfDB Provides $100m to Boost New Electricity Connections in Uganda

AfDB will provide $100m for electricity connection in Uganda. The government aims to connect 87,500 households…

About 2GW of Solar Projects Announced in Africa Since June

About 2GW of solar projects have been announced since June. The projects are in various stages…

Minister Calls on the UN to Provide Financial Support for Nigeria’s Power Sector

Minister calls on the UN to provide more funds for the power sector. Increased power production…

Five Things to know as the New Minister of Power for Nigeria

The Nigerian President introduced his third Minister of Power on the 1st of September. Dear Engr.…