<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss version="2.0" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:wfw="http://wellformedweb.org/CommentAPI/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:sy="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/syndication/" xmlns:slash="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/slash/" > <channel> <title>Central Africa Archives • The Electricity Hub</title> <atom:link href="https://theelectricityhub.com/tag/central-africa/feed/" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml" /> <link>https://theelectricityhub.com/tag/central-africa/</link> <description>Collating and Disseminating Credible Power Industry Data and Information</description> <lastBuildDate>Fri, 14 Mar 2025 13:22:58 +0000</lastBuildDate> <language>en-US</language> <sy:updatePeriod> hourly </sy:updatePeriod> <sy:updateFrequency> 1 </sy:updateFrequency> <generator>https://wordpress.org/?v=6.7.2</generator> <image> <url>https://theelectricityhub.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/cropped-NEH-32x32.png</url> <title>Central Africa Archives • The Electricity Hub</title> <link>https://theelectricityhub.com/tag/central-africa/</link> <width>32</width> <height>32</height> </image> <item> <title>Central African Energy Leaders Unite to Tackle Electricity Access Gaps</title> <link>https://theelectricityhub.com/central-african-energy-leaders-unite-to-tackle-electricity-access-gaps/</link> <comments>https://theelectricityhub.com/central-african-energy-leaders-unite-to-tackle-electricity-access-gaps/#respond</comments> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Blessing Afolabi]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Fri, 14 Mar 2025 08:40:17 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Central Africa]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Distribution]]></category> <category><![CDATA[East Africa]]></category> <category><![CDATA[News]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Off-Grid]]></category> <category><![CDATA[On-Grid]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Renewable Energy]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Central Africa Power Pool]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Rwanda]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://theelectricityhub.com/?p=101347</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>Key stakeholders in Central Africa’s energy sector have convened in Kigali to discuss regional collaboration to expand electricity access. The 26th Statutory Meeting of the Steering Committee of the Central… </p> <p>The post <a href="https://theelectricityhub.com/central-african-energy-leaders-unite-to-tackle-electricity-access-gaps/">Central African Energy Leaders Unite to Tackle Electricity Access Gaps</a> appeared first on <a href="https://theelectricityhub.com">The Electricity Hub</a>.</p> ]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[ <ul class="wp-block-list"> <li class="">Despite its vast natural resources, Central Africa remains one of the regions with the least electricity access in the world.</li> <li class="">According to Statista, only 31% of the region’s population had access to electricity in 2021.</li> </ul> <p class="">Key stakeholders in Central Africa’s energy sector have convened in Kigali to discuss regional collaboration to expand electricity access.</p> <p class="">The <a href="https://africaenergynews.co.ke/central-african-energy-leaders-convene-in-kigali-to-boost-electricity-access/amp/">26th Statutory Meeting</a> of the Steering Committee of the Central African Power Pool (CAPP) brings together government officials, utility executives, and energy experts to explore solutions for improving electrification rates and modernising energy infrastructure.</p> <p class="">Despite its vast natural resources, Central Africa remains one of the least electrified regions in the world. According to Statista, only 31% of the region’s population had access to electricity in 2021, with some countries, like the Central African Republic, struggling with rates as low as 14.3% (World Bank data).</p> <p class="">Speaking at the event, a representative emphasised the need for renewable energy to complement traditional power sources, particularly in off-grid and underserved communities.</p> <p class="">“Yes, we are in the era of renewable energy. It is important that, in addition to our core transmission networks, we integrate sustainable energy sources. This will help increase access and improve electrification rates across our sub-region,” the representative noted.</p> <p class="">Atarade, the CAPP’s Executive Secretary, highlighted the conference’s significance as a platform for enhancing technical cooperation and facilitating electricity trade between member nations. The meeting aims to address challenges such as:</p> <ul class="wp-block-list"> <li class="">Limited cross-border energy infrastructure</li> <li class="">High electricity costs driven by outdated grids and reliance on fossil fuels</li> <li class="">Financial and technical barriers to energy expansion, particularly in rural areas </li> </ul> <p class="">Rwanda’s Managing Director of the Energy Utility Corporation Limited noted that the country’s membership in the CAPP presents opportunities to enhance regional energy grid interconnections and improve market efficiency.</p> <p class="">Minister of Infrastructure Jimmy Gasore stressed that modernising the energy sector requires investments in smart technology.</p> <p class="">“The future of electricity depends on innovation and digitalisation. We must prioritise smart grids, automated energy management systems, and data-driven planning to enhance efficiency and service quality,” Gasore stated.</p> <p class="">The discussions in Rwanda underscore the urgent need for collaborative efforts to build a reliable, competitive, and sustainable regional electricity market. With renewable energy integration, investment in infrastructure, and regulatory reforms, Central Africa can overcome its energy challenges and drive economic growth.</p> <p>The post <a href="https://theelectricityhub.com/central-african-energy-leaders-unite-to-tackle-electricity-access-gaps/">Central African Energy Leaders Unite to Tackle Electricity Access Gaps</a> appeared first on <a href="https://theelectricityhub.com">The Electricity Hub</a>.</p> ]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>https://theelectricityhub.com/central-african-energy-leaders-unite-to-tackle-electricity-access-gaps/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item> <title>Tower Resources Ramps Up NJOM-3 Drilling Prep, Awaits Cameroon’s Green Light</title> <link>https://theelectricityhub.com/tower-resources-ramps-up-njom-3-drilling-prep-awaits-cameroons-green-light/</link> <comments>https://theelectricityhub.com/tower-resources-ramps-up-njom-3-drilling-prep-awaits-cameroons-green-light/#respond</comments> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Oshionameh Ajayi]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Thu, 13 Mar 2025 07:35:14 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Central Africa]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Energy Storage]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Energy Transition]]></category> <category><![CDATA[News]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Off-Grid]]></category> <category><![CDATA[On-Grid]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Renewable Energy]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Renewables]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Britain]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Cameroon]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Crude Oil]]></category> <category><![CDATA[crude oil production]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Oil sector]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://theelectricityhub.com/?p=101253</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>British oil company Tower Resources prepares for the NJOM-3 well in Cameroon’s Thali block. The company awaits government approval for a license extension and a farm-out agreement with Prime Global… </p> <p>The post <a href="https://theelectricityhub.com/tower-resources-ramps-up-njom-3-drilling-prep-awaits-cameroons-green-light/">Tower Resources Ramps Up NJOM-3 Drilling Prep, Awaits Cameroon’s Green Light</a> appeared first on <a href="https://theelectricityhub.com">The Electricity Hub</a>.</p> ]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[ <ul class="wp-block-list"> <li class="">Tower Resources is preparing to drill the NJOM-3 well on the Thali block and is awaiting government approval for a license extension and farm-out agreement.</li> <li class="">Prime Global Energies committed $15 million to the project, securing a 42.5% stake. Drilling is expected between June and December 2025.</li> <li class="">Cameroon’s oil production decline continues, with NJOM-3 offering the potential to boost reserves and future output.</li> </ul> <p class=""><a href="https://energynews.pro/en/tower-resources-accelerates-drilling-of-njom-3-well-in-cameroon/">British oil company</a> Tower Resources prepares for the NJOM-3 well in Cameroon’s Thali block. The company awaits government approval for a license extension and a farm-out agreement with Prime Global Energies.</p> <p class="">Tower Resources assesses drilling rig options for deployment between June and December 2025. The company strengthens its team by hiring a senior geologist and a drilling engineer to support operational planning.</p> <p class="">The company’s next steps depend on the Cameroonian government granting a one-year extension for the Thali project license. Without this extension, Tower Resources cannot finalise its drilling plans for NJOM-3.</p> <p class="">In January, Tower Resources secured a farm-out agreement with Prime Global Energies. Prime Global Energies will acquire a 42.5% stake in the Thali project. They commit $15 million to cover the drilling costs. Cameroonian authorities expect to approve the agreement by the end of March 2025.</p> <p class="">NJOM-3 targets contingent resources within the Njonji 1 fault block and the PS9 reservoir in the Njonji South fault block. A successful well will convert these resources into proven and probable reserves. This success will enable NJOM-3 to become a production well and lead to three additional wells in the Thali field.</p> <p class="">Due to ageing oil fields, Cameroon’s <a href="https://theelectricityhub.com/?s=crude+oil+production">crude oil production</a> will decline to 20.7 million barrels in 2025, down from 22.9 million barrels in 2024. This decline could hit the country’s economy, shrinking the oil sector’s contribution to GDP by 3.6% in 2025, following a 2.6% drop in 2024.</p> <p class="">A successful NJOM-3 well will be crucial in shaping Cameroon’s <a href="https://theelectricityhub.com/?s=oil+sector">oil sector</a>.</p> <p>The post <a href="https://theelectricityhub.com/tower-resources-ramps-up-njom-3-drilling-prep-awaits-cameroons-green-light/">Tower Resources Ramps Up NJOM-3 Drilling Prep, Awaits Cameroon’s Green Light</a> appeared first on <a href="https://theelectricityhub.com">The Electricity Hub</a>.</p> ]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>https://theelectricityhub.com/tower-resources-ramps-up-njom-3-drilling-prep-awaits-cameroons-green-light/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item> <title>Congo, AfDB Sign $1.5m Energy Sector Grants to Boost Electricity Access</title> <link>https://theelectricityhub.com/congo-afdb-sign-1-5m-energy-sector-grants-to-boost-electricity-access/</link> <comments>https://theelectricityhub.com/congo-afdb-sign-1-5m-energy-sector-grants-to-boost-electricity-access/#respond</comments> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Iseoluwa Asaolu]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Fri, 07 Mar 2025 09:30:22 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Central Africa]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Energy Transition]]></category> <category><![CDATA[International News]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Off-Grid]]></category> <category><![CDATA[African Development Bank.]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Ludovic Ngatse]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Minister of Economy]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Mission 300]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Offgrid]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Solar Power]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://theelectricityhub.com/?p=100716</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>The African Development Bank and the Republic of Congo have signed two grant agreements worth $1.5 million. These funds will strengthen Congo’s energy sector and improve electricity access. Ludovic Ngatse,… </p> <p>The post <a href="https://theelectricityhub.com/congo-afdb-sign-1-5m-energy-sector-grants-to-boost-electricity-access/">Congo, AfDB Sign $1.5m Energy Sector Grants to Boost Electricity Access</a> appeared first on <a href="https://theelectricityhub.com">The Electricity Hub</a>.</p> ]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[ <ul class="wp-block-list"> <li class="">The African Development Bank (AfDB) and the Republic of Congo signed two grants worth $1.5 million to boost the country’s energy sector and improve electricity access.</li> <li class="">The grants align with Congo’s electrification strategy and the “Mission 300” initiative, which aims to provide electricity to 300 million Africans by 2030.</li> </ul> <p class="">The African Development Bank and the <a href="https://www.ippmedia.com/the-guardian/business/read/afdb-sign-deals-to-improve-peoples-access-to-electricity-in-congo-2025-03-06-170530">Republic of Congo</a> have signed two grant agreements worth $1.5 million. These funds will strengthen Congo’s<a href="https://theelectricityhub.com/?s=energy+sector"> energy sector</a> and improve electricity access.</p> <p class="">Ludovic Ngatse, Minister of Economy, Planning, and Regional Integration, signed the agreement with Solomane Koné, the Bank’s Acting Director General for <a href="https://theelectricityhub.com/?s=central+africa">Central Africa.</a> The signing took place in Brazzaville on February 26, 2025.</p> <p class="">The first grant, worth $585,000, comes from the Middle Income Country Technical Assistance Fund. This funding will support development studies for hydroelectric dams. These studies will focus on Mbanza Ndounga in the south and Linzolo near Brazzaville.</p> <p class="">The government aims to boost electricity production and achieve energy self-sufficiency. Hydropower remains a key source of electricity for the country. However, challenges like outdated infrastructure and limited transmission capacity persist.</p> <p class="">The second grant, worth $995,000, comes from the Korea-Africa Economic Cooperation Trust Fund (KOAFEC). This funding will finance feasibility studies and the design of new transmission lines. These lines will connect Pointe-Noire to Brazzaville and Loudima to Djambala.</p> <p class="">Reliable transmission infrastructure is crucial for reducing power outages and improving electricity access in rural areas. Due to a lack of grid access, many rural communities still depend on kerosene and firewood.</p> <p class="">Minister Ngatse emphasised the importance of these grants. He said they align with Congo’s electrification strategy and aim for universal electricity access.</p> <p class="">“These agreements show the strong partnership between the government and the African Development Bank,” said Ngatse. He stressed that the studies will support electrification in both urban and rural areas.</p> <p class="">These grants will prepare key energy projects to help Congo meet its electrification goals. They also align with “Mission 300,” a joint initiative by the African Development Bank and the World Bank that aims to provide electricity to 300 million Africans by 2030.</p> <p class="">Solomane Koné highlighted the Bank’s commitment to energy investments. “For a decade, we have launched major initiatives to boost Africa’s energy sector,” he said. He mentioned projects like “Mission 300,” “Desert to Power,” and the “Africa Energy Marketplace.”</p> <p class="">Electricity access has improved in Congo, but challenges remain. Around 70% of urban residents have electricity, while rural areas are behind. Nationwide, only 40% of people have access to reliable power.</p> <p class="">Congo relies heavily on hydropower, but transmission and distribution systems need upgrades. Frequent outages affect businesses and households, especially outside major cities.</p> <p class="">To address these challenges, the government is prioritising energy investments. Off-grid solutions like solar power are also gaining traction in rural areas.</p> <p class="">The African Development Bank remains a key partner in Congo’s energy sector. Its Country Strategy Paper (CSP) focuses on sustainable infrastructure and economic growth.</p> <p class="">This collaboration reflects a shared commitment to achieving universal electricity access. By strengthening the energy sector, Congo moves closer to energy security and economic development.</p> <p>The post <a href="https://theelectricityhub.com/congo-afdb-sign-1-5m-energy-sector-grants-to-boost-electricity-access/">Congo, AfDB Sign $1.5m Energy Sector Grants to Boost Electricity Access</a> appeared first on <a href="https://theelectricityhub.com">The Electricity Hub</a>.</p> ]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>https://theelectricityhub.com/congo-afdb-sign-1-5m-energy-sector-grants-to-boost-electricity-access/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item> <title>Cameroon Secures $15M Deal for NJOM-3 Offshore Oil Development</title> <link>https://theelectricityhub.com/cameroon-secures-15m-deal-for-njom-3-offshore-oil-development/</link> <comments>https://theelectricityhub.com/cameroon-secures-15m-deal-for-njom-3-offshore-oil-development/#respond</comments> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Oshionameh Ajayi]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Wed, 15 Jan 2025 17:32:12 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Central Africa]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Energy Storage]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Energy Transition]]></category> <category><![CDATA[News]]></category> <category><![CDATA[On-Grid]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Prospects & Challenge]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Africa]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Cameroon]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Energy market]]></category> <category><![CDATA[offshore oil]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Oil sector]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://theelectricityhub.com/?p=98879</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>Cameroon finalised a $15 million partnership to develop the NJOM-3 well, a key project in the Thali oil license. Tower Resources, a British firm, signed a farm-out agreement with Prime… </p> <p>The post <a href="https://theelectricityhub.com/cameroon-secures-15m-deal-for-njom-3-offshore-oil-development/">Cameroon Secures $15M Deal for NJOM-3 Offshore Oil Development</a> appeared first on <a href="https://theelectricityhub.com">The Electricity Hub</a>.</p> ]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[ <ul class="wp-block-list"> <li class="">Cameroon secures a $15 million partnership to develop the NJOM-3 well in the Thali oil license, with drilling set for 2025.</li> <li class="">Prime Global Energies acquires a 42.5% stake, covering operational costs and contributing to the development program.</li> <li class="">The agreement highlights a broader regional strategy, with ongoing collaboration between Tower Resources and Prime Global in Namibia.</li> </ul> <p class="">Cameroon finalised a $15 million partnership to develop the <a href="https://energynews.pro/en/cameroon-finalizes-a-15-million-dollar-oil-agreement-with-tower-resources/">NJOM-3</a> well, a key project in the Thali oil license. Tower Resources, a British firm, signed a farm-out agreement with Prime Global Energies Limited. The deal will fund the drilling of the NJOM-3 well, set for 2025.</p> <p class="">Prime Global Energies will acquire a 42.5% stake in the Thali license. They will cover operational costs, including drilling the well. The partnership includes an initial payment of $937,500, followed by $3.4 million upon regulatory approval. The remaining balance will support the development program.</p> <p class="">Jeremy Asher, CEO of Tower Resources, called the agreement a milestone. He said it would accelerate the project’s timeline and strengthen the Thali license’s potential. The NJOM-3 will be central to the Thali project’s future growth.</p> <p class="">The Thali license sits offshore of Cameroon. It holds significant potential for exploration and exploitation. This new partnership aims to unlock these opportunities and advance the country’s oil development.</p> <p class="">The agreement also reflects a broader regional strategy. Tower Resources and Prime Global Energies collaborate on the PEL 96 block in Namibia, focusing on refining and maximizing the block’s potential.</p> <p class="">This cross-country approach highlights a growing interest in African energy resources and the increasing importance of strategic partnerships in the region’s <a href="https://theelectricityhub.com/?s=oil+sector">oil sector</a>.</p> <p class="">This partnership marks a step forward for Cameroon in attracting foreign investment. It strengthens the country’s position within the regional <a href="https://theelectricityhub.com/?s=energy+market">energy market</a>. Such agreements could create new economic opportunities and bolster local development.</p> <p class="">The deal’s finalisation depends on regulatory approval from the Cameroonian government. Local authorities must review and approve the agreement before the project can proceed. Once approved, the partnership could benefit the country’s oil industry.</p> <p class="">Cameroon’s oil sector has grown significantly in recent years. Strategic agreements like this could increase exploration, create more jobs, and improve infrastructure. They also offer Cameroon a chance to expand its energy exports.</p> <p class="">The Thali license holds promise for the country. It could contribute to the long-term development of Cameroon’s oil reserves. The partnership with Prime Global Energies will unlock its full potential.</p> <p class="">In conclusion, the agreement between Tower Resources and Prime Global Energies marks a significant development for Cameroon’s offshore oil sector. With $15 million in funding and a key well on the horizon, the partnership is set to drive growth and strengthen the country’s <a href="https://theelectricityhub.com/?s=energy+landscape">energy landscape</a>. However, the agreement’s success hinges on regulatory approval, which remains critical for its execution.</p> <p>The post <a href="https://theelectricityhub.com/cameroon-secures-15m-deal-for-njom-3-offshore-oil-development/">Cameroon Secures $15M Deal for NJOM-3 Offshore Oil Development</a> appeared first on <a href="https://theelectricityhub.com">The Electricity Hub</a>.</p> ]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>https://theelectricityhub.com/cameroon-secures-15m-deal-for-njom-3-offshore-oil-development/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item> <title>World Bank Targets $80B for Africa’s Mega Inga Dam</title> <link>https://theelectricityhub.com/world-bank-targets-80b-for-africas-mega-inga-dam/</link> <comments>https://theelectricityhub.com/world-bank-targets-80b-for-africas-mega-inga-dam/#respond</comments> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Oshionameh Ajayi]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Fri, 15 Nov 2024 14:49:40 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Carbon Emissions]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Central Africa]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Energy Storage]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Energy Transition]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Green Hydrogen]]></category> <category><![CDATA[News]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Off-Grid]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Renewable Energy]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Renewables]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Sustainable Development]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Clean Energy]]></category> <category><![CDATA[DRC]]></category> <category><![CDATA[energy sector]]></category> <category><![CDATA[energy shortage]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Inga Dam]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://theelectricityhub.com/?p=96526</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) inches closer to securing funds for the Grand Inga Dam, a massive hydropower project. With the ability to generate 44,000 megawatts of electricity, it… </p> <p>The post <a href="https://theelectricityhub.com/world-bank-targets-80b-for-africas-mega-inga-dam/">World Bank Targets $80B for Africa’s Mega Inga Dam</a> appeared first on <a href="https://theelectricityhub.com">The Electricity Hub</a>.</p> ]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[ <ul class="wp-block-list"> <li class="">The Grand Inga Dam project aims to generate 44,000 megawatts of electricity, potentially powering the entire African continent. It is projected to cost $80 billion.</li> <li class="">Critics argue the dam primarily benefits investors, especially in the mining sector, while many Congolese citizens remain without affordable electricity.</li> <li class="">Business leaders support the project’s potential, but delays could take another decade before the new dams are operational.</li> </ul> <p class="">The Democratic Republic of Congo (<a href="https://www.msn.com/en-xl/africa/top-stories/drc-on-a-mission-to-financing-the-worlds-largest-hydropower-dam/ar-AA1tWWfr?ocid=BingNewsVerp">DRC</a>) inches closer to securing funds for the Grand Inga Dam, a massive hydropower project. With the ability to generate 44,000 megawatts of electricity, it aims to power the African continent. However, the project’s $80 billion cost presents a significant challenge.</p> <p class="">Disagreements over transparency between the DRC government and the World Bank delayed the project for over a decade. Now, renewed talks focus on securing the needed financing.</p> <p class="">The Congo River, one of the world’s largest, holds vast hydropower potential. The DRC government plans to build six new power stations near Inga Falls in the west, adding to the two existing ones. Leaders believe the Grand Inga Dam can help solve the country’s <a href="https://theelectricityhub.com/?s=energy+shortages">energy shortages</a>.</p> <p class="">Critics, however, claim the project primarily benefits investors in the mining sector rather than addressing the DRC’s energy poverty. Much of the electricity will power the Katanga mining region. South Africa and Nigeria have expressed interest in importing power from the dam.</p> <p class="">Ben Munanga, Chairman of the Board of Directors at KAMOA Copper S.A., responded to these concerns. “The national utility prioritises mining companies, but that doesn’t mean they will receive 100% of the power,” Munanga said.</p> <p class="">While the DRC has significant hydropower potential, most citizens lack reliable electricity. Many Congolese cannot afford electricity even if the project produces more power. Critics argue the government should focus on making electricity affordable for its citizens.</p> <p class="">Business leaders voiced strong support for the dam at the Makutano International Forum, which ends on November 15. They view it as critical to the country’s development. Eric Monga, Vice President of the Congo Business Federation (FEC), stressed the need to act quickly. “We must build it, whether it’s large or small. It has to happen,” Monga said.</p> <p class="">The project faces significant delays, as authorities estimate another decade before the new dams reach completion. Despite the extended timeline, they believe the Grand Inga Dam will deliver <a href="https://theelectricityhub.com/?s=clean+energy">clean energy</a> and reshape the country’s <a href="https://theelectricityhub.com/?s=energy+sector">energy sector</a>.</p> <p class="">The dam holds the potential to transform the DRC’s power supply and boost clean energy production across Africa. Yet questions linger about how much this electricity will benefit ordinary Congolese citizens. Critics continue to voice concerns over the project’s ability to provide equitable and affordable power in a country where millions live without energy.</p> <p class="">As the DRC government and the World Bank push ahead with talks, hopes remain high for the Grand Inga Dam’s progress. However, time will tell if the project can fulfil its promises for the continent and its people.</p> <p>The post <a href="https://theelectricityhub.com/world-bank-targets-80b-for-africas-mega-inga-dam/">World Bank Targets $80B for Africa’s Mega Inga Dam</a> appeared first on <a href="https://theelectricityhub.com">The Electricity Hub</a>.</p> ]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>https://theelectricityhub.com/world-bank-targets-80b-for-africas-mega-inga-dam/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item> <title>Release by Scatec Expands Solar Power in Cameroon</title> <link>https://theelectricityhub.com/release-by-scatec-expands-solar-power-in-cameroon/</link> <comments>https://theelectricityhub.com/release-by-scatec-expands-solar-power-in-cameroon/#respond</comments> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Oshionameh Ajayi]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Mon, 17 Jun 2024 10:41:02 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Central Africa]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Energy Storage]]></category> <category><![CDATA[News]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Renewable Energy]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Renewables]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Sustainable Development]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Battery Storage]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Cameroon]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Scatec]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Solar]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://theelectricityhub.com/?p=88651</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>Persistent power outages continue to disrupt economic activities in Cameroon, prompting Norwegian company Release by Scatec to take action. Almost a year after its launch, the firm has gained approval… </p> <p>The post <a href="https://theelectricityhub.com/release-by-scatec-expands-solar-power-in-cameroon/">Release by Scatec Expands Solar Power in Cameroon</a> appeared first on <a href="https://theelectricityhub.com">The Electricity Hub</a>.</p> ]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[ <ul class="wp-block-list"> <li class="">Persistent power outages in Cameroon drive Release by Scatec’s expansion of solar operations in Maroua and Guider.</li> <li class="">Planned additions include 28.6 MWp of solar power and 19.2 MWh of battery storage to enhance energy stability.</li> <li class="">Minister Gaston Eloundou Essomba praises the project for cutting government fuel costs and benefiting local communities.</li> </ul> <p class="">Persistent power outages continue to disrupt economic activities in Cameroon, prompting Norwegian company <a href="https://www.afrik21.africa/en/cameroon-private-solar-farms-in-maroua-and-guider-to-be-expanded-to-64-mwp/">Release by Scatec </a>to take action. Almost a year after its launch, the firm has gained approval from Cameroonian authorities and utility Eneo to expand its <a href="https://theelectricityhub.com/?s=solar+power+operations">solar power operations</a> in Maroua and Guider.</p> <p class="">The expansion project aims to increase electricity production capacity, with Release by Scatec planning to add 28.6 MWp of solar power generation and 19.2 MWh of <a href="https://theelectricityhub.com/?s=battery+storage">battery storage</a> across both sites. This initiative aims to enhance energy supply stability in northern Cameroon, reduce reliance on costly diesel fuel, and alleviate frequent blackouts.</p> <p class="">Cameroon’s Minister of Water and Energy, Gaston Eloundou Essomba, highlighted the positive impact of the Release by Scatec solar plants on local communities, noting their role in cutting government fuel costs. With the expansion, the combined capacity of the Maroua and Guider plants will rise to 64.4 MWp of solar power and 38.2 MWh of battery storage, potentially serving about 200,000 households and producing an estimated 141.5 GWh of <a href="https://theelectricityhub.com/?s=electricity">electricity</a> annually.</p> <p class="">Scatec’s CEO, Hans Olav Kvalvaag, released a statement expressing confidence in securing funding for the project, citing a recent $102 million equity financing boost from Climate Fund Managers. The initial investment of 17 billion CFA francs, supported by partners Izuba Energy and Sphinx Energy, underscores the company’s commitment to <a href="https://theelectricityhub.com/?s=sustainable+energy+development">sustainable energy development</a>.</p> <p class="">Since their September 2023 launch, the Maroua and Guider <a href="https://theelectricityhub.com/?s=solar+plants">solar plants</a> have strengthened local power infrastructure and received crucial financial backing for their expansion efforts.</p> <p>The post <a href="https://theelectricityhub.com/release-by-scatec-expands-solar-power-in-cameroon/">Release by Scatec Expands Solar Power in Cameroon</a> appeared first on <a href="https://theelectricityhub.com">The Electricity Hub</a>.</p> ]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>https://theelectricityhub.com/release-by-scatec-expands-solar-power-in-cameroon/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item> <title>IMF, Rwanda Sign $262m Deal to Ease Climate-related Shocks</title> <link>https://theelectricityhub.com/imf-rwanda-sign-262-million-deal-for-climate-related-shocks/</link> <comments>https://theelectricityhub.com/imf-rwanda-sign-262-million-deal-for-climate-related-shocks/#respond</comments> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Oshionameh Ajayi]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Tue, 31 Oct 2023 12:25:12 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Central Africa]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Climate Change]]></category> <category><![CDATA[North Africa]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Central Africa. Off-Grid]]></category> <category><![CDATA[IMF]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Rwanda]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://theelectricityhub.com/?p=81577</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>The International Monetary Fund (IMF) staff and the authorities of Rwanda have agreed on a new 14-month credit facility valued at $262 million. This financing arrangement alleviates the pressures on… </p> <p>The post <a href="https://theelectricityhub.com/imf-rwanda-sign-262-million-deal-for-climate-related-shocks/">IMF, Rwanda Sign $262m Deal to Ease Climate-related Shocks</a> appeared first on <a href="https://theelectricityhub.com">The Electricity Hub</a>.</p> ]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[ <ul class="wp-block-list"> <li class="">IMF and Rwanda have agreed to a $262 million 14-month credit facility to alleviate balance of payment pressures resulting from climate-related shocks.</li> <li class="">The agreement includes policies to complete the second review of Rwanda’s existing policy coordination instrument, fostering economic stability.</li> </ul> <p class="">The International Monetary Fund (IMF) staff and the authorities of Rwanda have agreed on a new 14-month credit facility valued at $262 million. This financing arrangement alleviates the pressures on Rwanda’s balance of payments from climate-related shocks.</p> <p class="">The agreement reached between the IMF staff and Rwandan authorities also encompasses policies to successfully conclude the second review of Rwanda’s existing policy coordination instrument. The nation has been grappling with challenges, including recurrent droughts, severe floods that struck in May 2023, and the tightening of global financing conditions.</p> <p class="">These issues have compounded the economic difficulties arising from the enduring legacy of the <a href="https://theelectricityhub.com/?s=covid+pandemic">COVID-19 pandemic</a>. The newly established credit facility will play a vital role in supporting Rwanda’s efforts to rebuild and recover from the flood-related damages incurred. It will offer a lifeline to this African nation as it addresses a confluence of pressing economic challenges.</p> <p>The post <a href="https://theelectricityhub.com/imf-rwanda-sign-262-million-deal-for-climate-related-shocks/">IMF, Rwanda Sign $262m Deal to Ease Climate-related Shocks</a> appeared first on <a href="https://theelectricityhub.com">The Electricity Hub</a>.</p> ]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>https://theelectricityhub.com/imf-rwanda-sign-262-million-deal-for-climate-related-shocks/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item> <title>Solenova Signs FID for Solar Project in Angola</title> <link>https://theelectricityhub.com/solenova-signs-fid-for-solar-project-in-angola/</link> <comments>https://theelectricityhub.com/solenova-signs-fid-for-solar-project-in-angola/#respond</comments> <dc:creator><![CDATA[]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Fri, 10 Dec 2021 07:51:56 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Central Africa]]></category> <category><![CDATA[News]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Renewable Energy]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Angola]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Eni]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Solar PV]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Solenova]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Sonangol]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://theelectricityhub.com/?p=65454</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>Solenova signs the final investment decision for its clean energy project The project will have an installed capacity of 50MWp. Solenova, the joint venture between the Italian oil company Eni… </p> <p>The post <a href="https://theelectricityhub.com/solenova-signs-fid-for-solar-project-in-angola/">Solenova Signs FID for Solar Project in Angola</a> appeared first on <a href="https://theelectricityhub.com">The Electricity Hub</a>.</p> ]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<ul> <li>Solenova signs the final investment decision for its clean energy project</li> <li>The project will have an installed capacity of 50MWp.</li> </ul> <p>Solenova, the joint venture between the Italian oil company Eni and Angola’s Sonangol, has signed the final investment decision (FID) for its Caraculo solar photovoltaic project in Angola. The solar PV project will lead to the deployment of a 50MWp solar PV plant in the Namibe province.</p> <p>According to Eni, the project will be implemented gradually, with the first phase of 25MWp. The project developer has already signed an engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) contract for the project’s first stage. Construction of the facility will begin in the fourth quarter of 2022.</p> <p>Angolan authorities are currently working to diversify the country’s electricity mix and develop electricity production and transmission infrastructure in the south of the country.</p> <p> </p> <p>The post <a href="https://theelectricityhub.com/solenova-signs-fid-for-solar-project-in-angola/">Solenova Signs FID for Solar Project in Angola</a> appeared first on <a href="https://theelectricityhub.com">The Electricity Hub</a>.</p> ]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>https://theelectricityhub.com/solenova-signs-fid-for-solar-project-in-angola/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item> <title>Chad Set to Install 2MWp Solar PV Plant in Doba</title> <link>https://theelectricityhub.com/chad-set-to-install-2mwp-solar-pv-plant-in-doba/</link> <comments>https://theelectricityhub.com/chad-set-to-install-2mwp-solar-pv-plant-in-doba/#respond</comments> <dc:creator><![CDATA[]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Mon, 08 Feb 2021 09:28:19 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[News]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Renewable Energy]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Africa]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Central Africa]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Chad]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Renewable Energy Solar Energy]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://theelectricityhub.com/?p=54049</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>The solar power plant will have a capacity of 2MW and will complement the energy produced by the thermal plant in the areas. Chad is also constructing a slate of… </p> <p>The post <a href="https://theelectricityhub.com/chad-set-to-install-2mwp-solar-pv-plant-in-doba/">Chad Set to Install 2MWp Solar PV Plant in Doba</a> appeared first on <a href="https://theelectricityhub.com">The Electricity Hub</a>.</p> ]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<ul> <li>The solar power plant will have a capacity of 2MW and will complement the energy produced by the thermal plant in the areas.</li> <li>Chad is also constructing a slate of solar projects (both small and large capacity) across the country to help reduce the energy deficit.</li> </ul> <p>The government of Chad is set to construct a solar power plant in the town of Doba. The Doba solar plant will have a capacity of 2MW and will complement the energy supplied by the national utility owned and operated thermal power plant in the town. Chad’s government recently launched a series of projects aimed at improving access to electricity for the country’s residents.</p> <p><em>Read also: </em><a class="LinkSuggestion__Link-sc-1gewdgc-4 evyocv" href="https://theelectricityhub.com/chad-starts-construction-of-two-50mw-solar-power-plants/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><em>Chad Starts Construction of Two 50MW Solar Power Plants</em></a></p> <p>Small solar power plants are already being constructed in Am Timan (5 MWp) and Mongo (5 MWc) towns. ZIZ Energie is the EPC contractor for the project. Independent power producers (IPPs) are also constructing larger solar power plants in Gaoui (100 MWp), N’Djamena (200 MWp) and Djermaya (32 MWp).</p> <p>Currently, Chad has a distribution capacity of 125MW according to the United States Agency for International Development (USAID). These new power plants when comp;eted will greatly increase electricity access for the over 15 million residents of the country.</p> <p>The post <a href="https://theelectricityhub.com/chad-set-to-install-2mwp-solar-pv-plant-in-doba/">Chad Set to Install 2MWp Solar PV Plant in Doba</a> appeared first on <a href="https://theelectricityhub.com">The Electricity Hub</a>.</p> ]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>https://theelectricityhub.com/chad-set-to-install-2mwp-solar-pv-plant-in-doba/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item> <title>Cameroon Authorities Provide Tax-Exempt Status for the Maroua and Guider Solar Power Plants</title> <link>https://theelectricityhub.com/camerron-authorities-provide-tax-exempt-status-for-the-maroua-and-guider-solar-power-plants/</link> <comments>https://theelectricityhub.com/camerron-authorities-provide-tax-exempt-status-for-the-maroua-and-guider-solar-power-plants/#respond</comments> <dc:creator><![CDATA[]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Tue, 26 Jan 2021 10:05:18 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[News]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Renewable Energy]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Africa]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Cameroon]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Central Africa]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Solar Energy]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://theelectricityhub.com/?p=53757</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>The Cameroonian government is applying the laws signed in 2013with the aim of increasing private investments in the country. The tow power plants when completed will provide a cumulative 25MWp… </p> <p>The post <a href="https://theelectricityhub.com/camerron-authorities-provide-tax-exempt-status-for-the-maroua-and-guider-solar-power-plants/">Cameroon Authorities Provide Tax-Exempt Status for the Maroua and Guider Solar Power Plants</a> appeared first on <a href="https://theelectricityhub.com">The Electricity Hub</a>.</p> ]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<ul> <li>The Cameroonian government is applying the laws signed in 2013with the aim of increasing private investments in the country.</li> <li>The tow power plants when completed will provide a cumulative 25MWp to the Cameroonian grid.</li> </ul> <p class="post_excerpt"><span style="font-size: 18px;font-weight: 400">To boost private investment in renewable energy in Cameroon, the country has decided that the Maroua Guider Solar Company (MGSC) will be tax-exempt for 10 years. This is per a 2013 law (revised in 2017). The Maroua and Guider solar project is cited in the northern part of the country. It is being implemented Norwegian Independent Power Producer (IPP) Scatec, the Israeli-American Izuba Energy and Sphinx Energy. When completed, t</span><span style="font-size: 18px;font-weight: 400">he solar power plants of Maroua and Guider will generate 15 and 10 MWp, respectively.</span></p> <p><em>Read also: <a class="LinkSuggestion__Link-sc-1gewdgc-4 evyocv" href="https://theelectricityhub.com/eenel-and-qatar-combine-to-deploy-clean-energy-in-southern-africa/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Enel and Qatar Combine to Deploy Clean Energy in Southern Africa</a></em></p> <div class="post-wrap"> <p>The electricity generated by the Maroua and Guider solar power plants will be sold under a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) signed between the project developer, MGSC and the electricity utility Energy of Cameroon S.A. (Eneo). The projects are expected to cost a total of 14 billion CFA francs (about €21.3 million).</p> </div> <p>The expectation is that the connection of the two plants to the grid will reduce load shedding frquency in the north of the country. The Maroua and Guider solar power plants will also help diversify the country’s electricity mix. Cameroon’s installed capacity of 1.6 GW largely consist pf hydroelectric thermal power plants that have often not been maintained properly. Renewable solar energy could help provide the country with a sustainable energy and increase energy access.</p> <p>The post <a href="https://theelectricityhub.com/camerron-authorities-provide-tax-exempt-status-for-the-maroua-and-guider-solar-power-plants/">Cameroon Authorities Provide Tax-Exempt Status for the Maroua and Guider Solar Power Plants</a> appeared first on <a href="https://theelectricityhub.com">The Electricity Hub</a>.</p> ]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>https://theelectricityhub.com/camerron-authorities-provide-tax-exempt-status-for-the-maroua-and-guider-solar-power-plants/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> </channel> </rss>