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Lyra Energy Secures PPAs for 255MW Thakadu Solar Project in South Africa
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Lyra Energy Secures PPAs for 255MW Thakadu Solar Project in South Africa

Africa Digest News February 18, 2026February 18, 2026
Lyra Energy has successfully signed power purchase agreements (PPAs) with three commercial and industrial customers…
Why $2.4 Billion Went to Enablers, Not Just Electrons
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Why $2.4 Billion Went to Enablers, Not Just Electrons

Africa Digest News February 18, 2026February 18, 2026
When capital allocates, it reveals priorities. In Africa’s 2025 energy investment, investors put $2.41 billion…
Why Africa’s Energy Projects Announce Big but Deliver Small
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Why Africa’s Energy Projects Announce Big but Deliver Small

Africa Digest News February 18, 2026February 18, 2026
Africa announced 74,461 MW of energy projects in 2025, but only delivered 14,589 MW, about…
Africa’s Energy Transition Hits $13.84B in 2025 – Here’s What That Means
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Africa’s Energy Transition Hits $13.84B in 2025 – Here’s What That Means

Africa Digest News February 17, 2026February 17, 2026
Lagos, Nigeria, February 17, 2026 – Electron Intelligence (EI) today released Africa’s Power and Energy…
Revego Africa Energy Fund Secures R1 Billion to Boost South Africa’s Renewable Projects
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Revego Africa Energy Fund Secures R1 Billion to Boost South Africa’s Renewable Projects

Africa Digest News February 17, 2026February 17, 2026
Revego Africa Energy Fund has raised R1 billion ($62 million) in its first major fundraising…
CATL, Hyperstrong, Felicity Solar & More: Who’s Driving Innovation in Africa
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CATL, Hyperstrong, Felicity Solar & More: Who’s Driving Innovation in Africa

Africa Digest News February 16, 2026February 16, 2026
The rapid expansion of Africa’s solar market is not just a story of increasing installations;…
Solar + IoT: How Smart Monitoring is Saving Companies Millions
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Solar + IoT: How Smart Monitoring is Saving Companies Millions

Africa Digest News February 16, 2026February 16, 2026
The narrative of solar power in Africa is shifting from a simple story of energy…
Top 10 Emerging Solar Technologies in Africa: Batteries, Panels, and Inverters
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Top 10 Emerging Solar Technologies in Africa: Batteries, Panels, and Inverters

Africa Digest News February 16, 2026February 16, 2026
Africa’s solar energy sector is experiencing unprecedented growth, with installations rising by 54% in 2025…
Upcoming Solar Tenders Across East Africa: How to Compete and Win
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Upcoming Solar Tenders Across East Africa: How to Compete and Win

Africa Digest News February 13, 2026February 13, 2026
Solar tenders are where large-scale projects are born. In 2025, governments and development organizations across…
How Government Incentives Are Reshaping Solar Projects Across Africa
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How Government Incentives Are Reshaping Solar Projects Across Africa

Africa Digest News February 13, 2026February 13, 2026
Government incentives are not peripheral to Africa’s solar boom; they are central to it. In…

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  • Lyra Energy Secures PPAs for 255MW Thakadu Solar Project in South Africa
  • Why $2.4 Billion Went to Enablers, Not Just Electrons
  • Why Africa’s Energy Projects Announce Big but Deliver Small
  • Africa’s Energy Transition Hits $13.84B in 2025 – Here’s What That Means
  • Revego Africa Energy Fund Secures R1 Billion to Boost South Africa’s Renewable 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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