East Africa Launches First Agrivoltaic System

East Africa launches its first solar and agricultural combined system. 55% of East Africa still don’t…

South Africa Begins 300MW Renewable Energy Task

The first round involves attaining projects with 5MW to 20MW capacities The second phase involves projects…

Masdar, W Solar Form Joint Venture to Develop Clean Energy Projects in Africa

Masdar and W Solar have agreed to develop clean energy projects. Both companies have formed a…

Renewable Energy Projects can “kickstart” South Africa’s Economy – Mantashe

Renewable energy will enhance South Africa’s economy. Mantashe states that 9213 MW is planned for procurement…

Cape Town’s 300MW Solar Power Serves as Litmus Test for South Africa

Cape Town opens the first round of tenders for independent entities to provide up to 300MW…

EU announces a €150-billion investment plan for Africa’s Green Energy Development

The green energy transition is one of the five key areas of the African-European partnership. European…

Magnora Acquires 92% Stake in African Green Ventures

Magnora acquires 92% of African Green Ventures. AGV is already in charge of some of Magnora’s…

South African Government May Take over Eskom’s Debt

IMF says South Africa’s government takes over R392billion. Eskom’s debt to the state’s balance sheet would…

LNG Optimal for South Africa’s Net-Zero Targets – Report

The report evaluates five potential pathways, including having no additional gas supply. South Africa’s potential future…

NORAD to Provide $56 Million for Renewable Energy Development in Africa

The Norwegian Agency for Development Cooperation (NORAD) is providing a $56 million grant to the Africa…