South Africa’s President Enacts Major Electricity Sector Reforms

South Africa’s President Cyril Ramaphosa has signed the Electricity Regulation Amendment Act into law, ushering in…

Adelabu Highlights Challenges and Reforms for Improved Electricity

On August 17, 2024, Chief Adebayo Adelabu, Nigeria’s Minister of Power, attributed the country’s persistent erratic…

Ageing and Weak Infrastructure Blamed for Nigeria’s Power Woes

Chief Adebayo Adelabu, Nigeria’s Minister of Power, attributed the country’s unreliable electricity supply to ageing and…

US Supports Nigeria’s Utility-Scale Solar Power Project with Sun Africa

In a significant boost for Nigeria’s energy sector, the Federal Government has secured support from the…

Ramaphosa Signs New Electricity Law for South Africa

President Cyril Ramaphosa has signed the Electricity Regulation Amendment Act into law. This act sets out…

Mini-grid Installations Have Grown Sixfold Since 2018 – Report

In the latest State of the Global Mini-Grids Market Report, mini-grids have been a key driver of…

Power Sector Assessments Can Spark Effective Policy Development in Nigeria – Expert

“Energy policy is the cornerstone of economic development; without it, progress is impossible.” This quote captures…

Electric Motorcycles Booming in Africa Amid Sustainability Push

In Kenya’s capital, Nairobi, residents increasingly rely on motorcycles for transport due to their flexibility and…

AfDB Invests $10 Million in African Climate Fund.

The African Development Bank Group (AfDB) approved a $10 million junior equity investment in the KawiSafi…

India’s SJVN 1,200 MW Solar Auction Sees Record-Breaking Tariffs

An Indian hydroelectric power generation company, Satluj Jal Vidyut Nigam (SJVN) has wrapped up the auction…