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Dangote Selects Kenya’s Lamu for Planned $17 Billion East Africa Refinery
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Dangote Selects Kenya’s Lamu for Planned $17 Billion East Africa Refinery

Africa Digest News July 9, 2026July 9, 2026
Dangote Industries Limited has selected Lamu, on Kenya’s coast, for its $17 billion East Africa…
South Africa Approves Four REIPPPP Solar Projects for Construction
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South Africa Approves Four REIPPPP Solar Projects for Construction

Africa Digest News July 9, 2026July 9, 2026
South Africa has cleared four solar photovoltaic projects under Bid Window 7 of the Renewable…
South Africa’s Solar Industry Takes Center Stage at GCL Solar Connect 2026
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South Africa’s Solar Industry Takes Center Stage at GCL Solar Connect 2026

Africa Digest News July 8, 2026July 8, 2026
The GCL Solar Connect South Africa 2026 event closed without vague promises. It brought developers,…
The Six Tests African DFIs Apply Before Offering Credit Enhancement
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The Six Tests African DFIs Apply Before Offering Credit Enhancement

Africa Digest News July 8, 2026July 8, 2026
Development Finance Institutions (DFIs) in Africa do not deploy credit enhancement arbitrarily. They apply a…
19 Firms Get $1.5M Grant to Expand Solar‑Powered Businesses in Africa
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19 Firms Get $1.5M Grant to Expand Solar‑Powered Businesses in Africa

Africa Digest News July 8, 2026July 8, 2026
Nineteen companies across Africa have received a combined $1.5 million in grants to expand solar‑powered…
How Geothermal Exploration Works
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How Geothermal Exploration Works

Africa Digest News July 7, 2026July 7, 2026
The most expensive mistake in geothermal is drilling before you understand the geology. A single…
Geothermal Drilling Explained
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Geothermal Drilling Explained

Africa Digest News July 7, 2026July 7, 2026
The geothermal industry is often described as an energy business. It is actually a drilling…
Uganda’s first refinery has the potential to build a lasting energy ecosystem
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Uganda’s first refinery has the potential to build a lasting energy ecosystem

Africa Digest News July 7, 2026July 7, 2026
With Uganda announcing that its estimate of recoverable oil and gas resources has increased to 1.65…
The Cost of Developing a Geothermal Project in Africa
Clean energy

The Cost of Developing a Geothermal Project in Africa

Africa Digest News July 3, 2026July 3, 2026
Unlike solar, where you can see the sun. Unlike wind, where you can measure the…
Solar-Powered Irrigation Is Transforming Farming in Garissa, Kenya
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Solar-Powered Irrigation Is Transforming Farming in Garissa, Kenya

Africa Digest News July 2, 2026July 2, 2026
Key Takeaways In Kenya’s arid Garissa County, where drought, erratic rainfall, and high fuel costs…

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  • 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

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

Register / Tickets: https://africaenergyindaba.com/register-conference/

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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