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Can South Africa Trust Eskom’s Promise to End Loadshedding and Expand Free Power?
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Can South Africa Trust Eskom’s Promise to End Loadshedding and Expand Free Power?

Africa Digest News October 27, 2025October 27, 2025
Eskom has announced an ambitious acceleration of its plan to eliminate loadshedding and expand access…
EU Commits $638M to Power Africa’s Renewable Energy Future
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EU Commits $638M to Power Africa’s Renewable Energy Future

Africa Digest News September 29, 2025September 29, 2025
The European Union has pledged nearly $638 million (€545m) to accelerate Africa’s renewable energy transition,…
Electricity Access in Africa vs Renewable Energy Potential
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Electricity Access in Africa vs Renewable Energy Potential

Africa Digest News September 29, 2025September 29, 2025
Africa’s Power Paradox Africa can generate far more clean power than it currently uses yet…
Mission 300 Gains Momentum with Concrete Commitments from Seventeen Nations
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Mission 300 Gains Momentum with Concrete Commitments from Seventeen Nations

Africa Digest News September 25, 2025September 25, 2025
Seventeen African governments today endorsed detailed national action plans to accelerate electricity access under Mission…
Uasin Gishu Residents Gain from ‘Stima Mashinani’ Electrification Drive
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Uasin Gishu Residents Gain from ‘Stima Mashinani’ Electrification Drive

Africa Digest News August 15, 2025August 15, 2025
Uasin Gishu County has launched the ‘Stima Mashinani’ initiative, a partnership with the Rural Electrification…
West Africa’s Cross-Border Energy Ambitions Take Shape As  Côte d’Ivoire and Ghana Set to Build 330kV Power Line
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West Africa’s Cross-Border Energy Ambitions Take Shape As Côte d’Ivoire and Ghana Set to Build 330kV Power Line

Africa Digest News June 27, 2025June 27, 2025
Côte d’Ivoire and Ghana have finalized a pre-investment study for a landmark cross-border electricity transmission…
South Africa’s Coal Addiction Is Sabotaging Its Climate Promises
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South Africa’s Coal Addiction Is Sabotaging Its Climate Promises

Africa Digest News May 23, 2025May 23, 2025
South Africa has a climate law. A shiny new piece of legislation. A supposed step…
Why EPRA is Getting Your Power From Ethiopia, Not Kenya
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Why EPRA is Getting Your Power From Ethiopia, Not Kenya

Africa Digest News April 2, 2025April 2, 2025
The electricity powering your home or business may now be sourced from Ethiopia, not Kenya.…
KenGen Invests Sh32B in Olkaria VII to Boost Geothermal Power
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KenGen Invests Sh32B in Olkaria VII to Boost Geothermal Power

Africa Digest News August 19, 2024August 19, 2024
KenGen has announced a significant investment of Sh32 billion in a new 80MW geothermal power…
Schneider Electric named the world’s most sustainable company
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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…

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  • How to Verify a Solar Installer in South Africa in 2026
  • South African Solar Contracts Face Local Content Dispute
  • Namibia Advances On-Grid Renewables with Solar PV and Energy Storage Tenders
  • Africa to Receive Over €2 Billion from European Investment Bank for Renewable Energy Projects
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

Tickets : https://www.eaif.energy/sign-up/create-account

Africa’s Green Economy Summit 2026

Date: 24 - 27 February 2026

Location: Cape Town, South Africa

Ticket / Registration: https://wearevuka.com/green-economy/ages/tickets-options/

Powerelec Nigeria 2026

Date: 3 - 5 February 2026

Location: Lagos, Nigeria

Registration: https://powerelecnigeria.com/registration

Africa Energy Indaba 2026

Date: 3 - 5 March 2026

Location: Cape Town International Convention Centre, South Africa

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Battery and Energy Storage for Africa 2026

Date: 25 - 26 March 2026

Location: Western Cape, South Africa

Register / Tickets: https://beasfa.com/product/conference-registration/

ARE Energy Access Investment Forum 2026

Date: 21 - 24 April 2026

Location: Nairobi, Kenya

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