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Lesotho Adds a Hydropower Punch to Its Highlands Water Project

Africa Digest News October 28, 2025October 28, 2025

The Lesotho Highlands Water Project (LHWP) is widely known as Southern Africa’s monumental water-transfer scheme,…

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How Ethiopia’s Grand Nile Dam Is Reshaping Africa’s Energy and Water Future

Africa Digest News September 11, 2025September 11, 2025

Ethiopia has inaugurated the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD), Africa’s largest hydropower project, marking a…

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Can Mozambique’s $6 Billion Mega-Dam Really Solve Southern Africa’s Power Crisis or Is It Just PR?

Africa Digest News September 8, 2025September 8, 2025

Mozambique is making headlines with a bold promise: a $6 billion hydropower project on the…

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

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Powerelec Nigeria 2026

Date: 3 - 5 February 2026

Location: Lagos, Nigeria

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Africa Energy Indaba 2026

Date: 3 - 5 March 2026

Location: Cape Town International Convention Centre, South Africa

Battery and Energy Storage for Africa 2026

Date: 25 - 26 March 2026

Location: Western Cape, South Africa

ARE Energy Access Investment Forum 2026

Date: 21 - 24 April 2026

Location: Nairobi, Kenya