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Engie Receives Authorisation to Deploy 22 Mini-Grids by 2023
Engie PowerCorner has obtained a license from ABERME to install solar mini-grids in Southern Benin. The…
Eskom Sees Energy Transition as Solution to Recent Crisis
Eskom plans to replace ageing coal plants with renewables and gas. Western countries have committed $8.5bn…
Eskom’s Tower Collapse Owing to Vandalism
Northwest Eskom’s tower collapses. Residents are advised to stay clear of affected areas. South African utility…
Mainstream Renewable Acquires EUR90m to Sustain Global Growth
Mainstream Energy has acquired funding in an oversubscribed equity offering for utility-scale wind and solar…
AFD to Provide $100m Climate Financing Facility to FirstRand
AFD is launching a $100 million loan to FirstRand for climate change mitigation and adaptation. FirstRand…
NIGERIA: NNPC, Afrexim Bank Sign $1.04 Billion Deal
NNPC clinches oil exploration deal with Afrexim Bank Afrexim Bank to provide $1.4 billion in funding…
Husk Power Targets 1 Million Connections by 2030
Husk power plans to connect at least 1 million new consumers in Africa and Asia. In…
NIGERIA: Geometric Power Signs $50 Million Facility With Afrexim Bank
Geometric Power signs loan facility with Afrexim Bank The facility will support the commencement of operations…
ZAMBIA: ZESCO, Eskom Explain Weekend Blackout in Zambia
ZESCO says blackout is a result of a minor disturbance on its network Zambian power utility…