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China to Set Up 100 EV Charging Stations in Kenya as Registrations Reach 16,990
Electric Vehicles

China to Set Up 100 EV Charging Stations in Kenya as Registrations Reach 16,990

Africa Digest News July 16, 2024July 16, 2024
A leading Chinese electric vehicle (EV) company is making a significant move in Kenya’s emerging…
Somalia Unveils Solar Initiative to Tackle Climate Change and Enhance Education
Clean energy

Somalia Unveils Solar Initiative to Tackle Climate Change and Enhance Education

Africa Digest News July 16, 2024July 16, 2024
Somalia is taking a significant step towards a sustainable future by launching a new tender…
Cross-Border Green Hydrogen Pipeline Agreement Between Namibia and South Africa
Green Energy

Cross-Border Green Hydrogen Pipeline Agreement Between Namibia and South Africa

Africa Digest News July 15, 2024July 16, 2024
In a key step toward sustainable energy cooperation in Africa, Namibia and South Africa have…
Spiro’s Electric Motorbike Launch in Uganda Advances Sustainable Mobility
Electric Vehicles

Spiro’s Electric Motorbike Launch in Uganda Advances Sustainable Mobility

Africa Digest News July 15, 2024July 15, 2024
Spiro, a prominent electric mobility company, has launched its innovative electric motorbike initiative in Uganda. …
Schneider Electric named the world’s most sustainable company
electricity

Schneider Electric named the world’s most sustainable company

Africa Digest News July 12, 2024July 12, 2024
Nairobi, Kenya, 2024 – Schneider Electric, the leader in the digital transformation of energy management…
Nomad Energy’s Liquidation Tests Kenya’s Renewable Energy Ambitions
Solar

Nomad Energy’s Liquidation Tests Kenya’s Renewable Energy Ambitions

Africa Digest News July 10, 2024July 10, 2024
The Nairobi High Court hearing on Nomad Energy Limited’s potential liquidation raises concerns about Kenya’s…
REREC Aims for 78% Power Connections in Rural Kenya
electricity

REREC Aims for 78% Power Connections in Rural Kenya

Africa Digest News July 8, 2024July 8, 2024
For decades, a stark divide existed in Kenya between urban centers bathed in electric lights…
Blue Energy Africa Empowers Naboom Plastic with Hybrid Solar Solution
Solar energy

Blue Energy Africa Empowers Naboom Plastic with Hybrid Solar Solution

Africa Digest News July 4, 2024July 11, 2024
South African manufacturer Naboom Plastics, a leading supplier of planting bags, is experiencing a remarkable…
Green Riders Founder Signs Africa’s Inaugural Climate Ball
Green Energy

Green Riders Founder Signs Africa’s Inaugural Climate Ball

Africa Digest News July 3, 2024July 3, 2024
In a landmark move that promises to reshape Africa’s approach to climate change, Craig Atkinson,…
Kenya Power Integrates Two Electric Vehicles into Its Fleet
Electric Vehicles

Kenya Power Integrates Two Electric Vehicles into Its Fleet

Africa Digest News July 3, 2024July 3, 2024
In a groundbreaking move that signals a new era for Kenya’s energy and transportation sector,…

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  • Why More Renewable Power Will Not Be Enough for South Africa’s Energy Transition
  • Why Africa’s Universities Are Becoming Testbeds for the Next Energy Technologies
  • Qair Secures €30 Million Debt for Chad’s Solar-Plus-Storage Projects
  • The New U.S. Energy Push Taking Shape Across North Africa
Latest Solar Power Projects in Africa

Africa’s solar energy landscape is expanding fast, with projects moving from planning to operation across multiple countries. These initiatives reflect the continent’s push for energy independence and economic growth.

Key Projects / Updates:

  • De Aar Solar Farm, South Africa – 180 MW, operational since 2024. Supplies clean energy to the Northern Cape and supports local industries.
  • Noor Ouarzazate IV, Morocco – 72 MW, under construction. Part of Morocco’s strategy to increase solar capacity while reducing reliance on fossil fuels.
  • Garissa Solar Plant, Kenya – 50 MW, operational. One of the largest in East Africa, providing electricity to over 90,000 households.
  • Benban Solar Complex, Egypt – 1,650 MW, operational. A continental landmark in solar investment, significantly boosting grid stability.
  • Kia Solar Project, Tanzania – 40 MW, planned. Aims to deliver affordable power to rural regions.

These projects demonstrate tangible progress, create jobs, and reduce carbon emissions across Africa. Each represents a measurable step toward sustainable energy infrastructure, not just ambitions on paper.

Upcoming Energy Conferences and Events 2026

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Africa’s Green Economy Summit 2026

Date: 24 - 27 February 2026

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Powerelec Nigeria 2026

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Africa Energy Indaba 2026

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Battery and Energy Storage for Africa 2026

Date: 25 - 26 March 2026

Location: Western Cape, South Africa

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ARE Energy Access Investment Forum 2026

Date: 21 - 24 April 2026

Location: Nairobi, Kenya

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