Energy and Sustainability
Energy and Sustainability
Energy and Sustainability
Energy and Sustainability
Africa
Energy and Sustainability
Economy
Energy and Sustainability
Economy
Energy and Sustainability
Energy and Sustainability
Energy and Sustainability
Business
Africa
Energy and Sustainability
Cameroon’s Memve'ele Hydroelectric Power Station, now fully operational, generates over one billion kilowatt-hours annually, easing electricity shortages and powering national development. The project also created thousands of jobs and fostered local engineering talent through international collaboration.
The Ugandan government has signed a €22.6 million agreement to improve water, sanitation, and urban infrastructure for refugees and host communities in Northern Uganda. The five-year project, supported by the German Government, KfW Development Bank, and the European Union, will benefit Arua City and the surrounding districts.
Electricity costs across Africa are falling as renewable energy expands, making power more affordable for households, businesses, and rural communities. With solar, wind, and mini-grids rapidly scaling up, millions are gaining cheaper and more reliable access to energy. A new IRENA report shows renewables are now significantly cheaper than fossil fuels, helping families save money, boosting small businesses, and supporting economic growth. However, financing challenges and weak grid infrastructure remain barriers to faster progress.
Morocco joined fellow African nations in Houston, Texas, to engage in discussions about strategic investment opportunities for American stakeholders at the US-Africa Energy Forum held on August 6-7. The key focus of Morocco's presentation was the ambitious $25 billion Gazoduc Pipeline project, which aims to link Nigeria's gas reserves to Moroccan and European markets.
The Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited (UEDCL) has announced that it will carry out a planned power shutdown affecting over 70 different areas across Kampala and Wakiso. The outage is part of scheduled maintenance or system upgrades, and residents in the affected locations are expected to experience a temporary loss of electricity during the specified period.
Eswatini is rallying government, investors, and youth to transform its agrifood systems amid climate and market challenges. Through strategic partnerships and innovation, the country aims to build resilient, inclusive agriculture that thrives even in crisis.
