NIGERIA: Experts Differ on the Impact of CBN’s Escrow of DisCos Accounts

Experts differ on the effect of CBN’ decision to escrow the accounts of eleven DisCos Revenue…

Improving Mini-Grids’ Sustainability Via Demand Stimulation

  Mini-grid systems are increasingly improving energy access in rural communities across Africa. However, despite their…

NIGERIA: Grant Licenses to Meter Manufacturers – MEMMCOL to FG

MEMMCOL seeks meter licenses for meter manufacturers. Meter manufacturer, Momas Electricity Meter Manufacturing Company (MEMMCOL) has…

KENYA: Kenya Government Implements First Tranche Tariff Reduction

Kenyan government begins implementation of electricity tariff reductions To implement the first 15% tranche retroactively To…

Championing Energy Transition in Nigeria’s Electricity Landscape

With mounting concerns for the earth’s climate and natural environment, the world has adopted several strategies…

SOUTH AFRICA: Municipalities Seek Exclusive Rights for Electricity Distribution

Municipalities seek exclusive rights for electricity distribution SALGA applies for a court order granting municipalities exclusive…

Highlights of NERC’s Q2 2021 Report

The Nigeria Electricity Regulatory Commission, in December 2021, released a report on the performance of the…

KENYA: Despite Uhuru’s Assurances, Electricity Tariffs Increases by 2%

Kenyatta’s government fails to implement tariff reduction President Kenyatta promised a tariff reduction of up to…

KENYA: Kenyan Off-grid IPPs to Enjoy 50% Tax Cuts

Kenya approves tax cuts for off-grid IPPs The Finance Act now recognises tax incentives to large…

TANZANIA: TANESCO Raises Electricity Connection Charges by 18%

TANESCO raises new connection charges by 18% President Samia Hassan yesterday halted connection charges waivers The…