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Why Africa’s Electric Motorbike Future is Built at Home
Electric Vehicles

Why Africa’s Electric Motorbike Future is Built at Home

Africa Digest News March 31, 2026March 31, 2026
In 2024, a team of engineers from Stellenbosch University rode a locally manufactured electric motorbike…
Nairobi Gears Up for EVs Parade and E-Mobility Expo in a Bold Step into the Future of Clean Transport
Electric Vehicles

Nairobi Gears Up for EVs Parade and E-Mobility Expo in a Bold Step into the Future of Clean Transport

Africa Digest News April 17, 2025April 17, 2025
Written By: By Jemosop Faith, Faith specializes in energy, climate, and renewables, transforming complex policy…
Why Kenyans Choose Bodas Over EVs
Electric Vehicles

Why Kenyans Choose Bodas Over EVs

Africa Digest News March 27, 2025
Kenya’s electric vehicle (EV) revolution, while sparking in the commercial sector with tuk-tuks and motorcycles,…
Which 10 EVs Are Driving Kenya’s Electric Boom?
Electric Vehicles

Which 10 EVs Are Driving Kenya’s Electric Boom?

Africa Digest News March 27, 2025March 27, 2025
Kenya’s automotive landscape is undergoing a significant transformation, with electric vehicles (EVs) rapidly gaining traction.…
Africa’s Electric Vehicle Revolution: From Taxis to Tricycles
Electric Vehicles

Africa’s Electric Vehicle Revolution: From Taxis to Tricycles

Africa Digest News March 13, 2025March 13, 2025
Nairobi, Kenya – The African electric vehicle (EV) landscape is rapidly evolving, driven by innovation,…
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…
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. …
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,…
Kenya Considers Unlimited Cheap Electricity to Boost Electric Vehicles
Electric Vehicles

Kenya Considers Unlimited Cheap Electricity to Boost Electric Vehicles

Africa Digest News June 6, 2024
The Kenyan government is stepping up its efforts to promote electric vehicles (EVs) by considering…
Kofa Set to Expand Battery Swapping Solution to Kenya and Togo
Electric Vehicles

Kofa Set to Expand Battery Swapping Solution to Kenya and Togo

Africa Digest News June 5, 2024
Kofa, a Ghanaian clean-tech startup, has revealed plans to launch its battery swapping solution in…

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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

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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

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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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