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How Kilifi Is Becoming Kenya’s New Hub for Renewable Energy
Energy

How Kilifi Is Becoming Kenya’s New Hub for Renewable Energy

Africa Digest News October 23, 2025October 23, 2025
Kilifi County, a coastal region long known for its beaches, tourism, and palm-lined resorts is…
How African Energy Initiatives Are Proving Sustainability Can Be Profitable
Energy

How African Energy Initiatives Are Proving Sustainability Can Be Profitable

Africa Digest News October 9, 2025October 9, 2025
Africa’s renewable energy boom is rewriting the rules of business showing that sustainability can be…
How Hybrid Solar–Wind Systems Work
Energy

How Hybrid Solar–Wind Systems Work

Africa Digest News October 7, 2025October 7, 2025
Hybrid solar–wind systems combine solar photovoltaic (PV) panels with wind turbines , often integrated with…
The 5 Biggest Barriers Slowing Battery Storage in Africa’s Energy Transition
Energy

The 5 Biggest Barriers Slowing Battery Storage in Africa’s Energy Transition

Africa Digest News September 23, 2025September 23, 2025
Battery energy storage systems (BESS) are quickly moving from pilots to vital infrastructure across Africa.…
Battery Storage Projects in Africa
Energy

Battery Storage Projects in Africa

Africa Digest News September 23, 2025September 23, 2025
Africa’s Battery Boom: From Pilots to Grid-Scale Storage Africa is witnessing a rapid surge in…
How Kenya Met Its Highest Power Peak with Hydro Geothermal and Imports
Energy

How Kenya Met Its Highest Power Peak with Hydro Geothermal and Imports

Africa Digest News September 18, 2025September 18, 2025
Kenya’s grid hit consecutive record highs this year as national demand climbed into the low-2,300…
Mulilo Secures $398m Renewable Energy Boost from Standard Bank
Energy

Mulilo Secures $398m Renewable Energy Boost from Standard Bank

Africa Digest News September 12, 2025September 12, 2025
Mulilo Energy Holdings has finalised a landmark corporate financing package with Standard Bank: an Equity…
Tanzania’s energy future is built on stable growth and digital innovation
Energy

Tanzania’s energy future is built on stable growth and digital innovation

Africa Digest News September 5, 2025September 5, 2025
By Josiah Habwe, General Manager for Tanzania & Uganda, Energy Business at Schneider Electric                    Tanzania…
Schneider Electric East Africa introduces new PrismaSeT power distribution switchboard range for smart energy management  
Energy

Schneider Electric East Africa introduces new PrismaSeT power distribution switchboard range for smart energy management  

Africa Digest News August 22, 2025August 22, 2025
Schneider Electric, the global leader in energy management and automation, and recognised sustainability leader, is…
How Africa Can Diversify Its Renewable Energy with Hydropower
Energy

How Africa Can Diversify Its Renewable Energy with Hydropower

Africa Digest News August 20, 2025August 20, 2025
Africa can use hydropower not just to add more clean megawatts, but to balance wind…

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  • 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

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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