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Victoria Falls to Host African Solar Talks as Zimbabwe Pushes Energy Diversification
Energy

Victoria Falls to Host African Solar Talks as Zimbabwe Pushes Energy Diversification

Africa Digest News August 19, 2026August 19, 2026
Zimbabwe will host the 8th Meeting of the International Solar Alliance (ISA) Regional Committee for…
Africa’s Energy Industry Says It Has Nothing to Apologise For
Energy

Africa’s Energy Industry Says It Has Nothing to Apologise For

Africa Digest News August 18, 2026August 18, 2026
The African Energy Chamber is making an unusually blunt argument about the continent’s energy future:…
How Renewable Electricity Is Being Turned Into Jet Fuel
Energy

How Renewable Electricity Is Being Turned Into Jet Fuel

Africa Digest News August 12, 2026August 12, 2026
The aviation industry is looking for ways to cut emissions without waiting for a completely…
Casablanca Is Turning Its Biggest Waste Problem Into a Power Plant
Energy

Casablanca Is Turning Its Biggest Waste Problem Into a Power Plant

Africa Digest News August 6, 2026August 6, 2026
For most cities, growing mountains of waste are an expensive problem to manage. Casablanca wants…
How Morocco Became Africa’s Data Centre Quality Leader
Energy

How Morocco Became Africa’s Data Centre Quality Leader

Africa Digest News August 6, 2026August 6, 2026
Morocco has quietly built the continent’s largest portfolio of internationally certified data centres.The country now…
South Africa vs Kenya: Who Is Winning the Renewable Energy Race?
Energy

South Africa vs Kenya: Who Is Winning the Renewable Energy Race?

Africa Digest News August 4, 2026August 4, 2026
At first glance, South Africa appears to be Africa’s renewable energy leader. It is announcing…
Chinese Investment in Africa Hits Record High as Energy Projects Drive $33.5 Billion Surge
Energy

Chinese Investment in Africa Hits Record High as Energy Projects Drive $33.5 Billion Surge

Africa Digest News July 30, 2026July 30, 2026
Chinese investment in Africa reached a record $33.5 billion during the first half of 2026,…
South Africa’s Renewable Energy Market Gets a New Insurance Facility
Energy

South Africa’s Renewable Energy Market Gets a New Insurance Facility

Africa Digest News July 22, 2026July 22, 2026
South Africa’s renewable energy sector has gained a new financial tool aimed at making clean…
Why Eskom Green Could Reshape Renewable Energy Investment in South Africa
Energy

Why Eskom Green Could Reshape Renewable Energy Investment in South Africa

Africa Digest News July 20, 2026July 20, 2026
South Africa has taken another step in restructuring its electricity sector after Eskom’s board approved…
Why Nigeria’s Data Centres Are Building Their Own Power Systems
Energy

Why Nigeria’s Data Centres Are Building Their Own Power Systems

Africa Digest News July 16, 2026July 16, 2026
The traditional model of relying on grid electricity with diesel generators as backup is giving…

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  • BluEnergy Builds 25.6 MW Solar Plant to Supply Ekurhuleni Under 20-Year Deal
  • Ekurhuleni’s Solar Deal Shows How South African Municipalities Are Buying Power Differently
  • Nigeria’s 14GW Power Capacity Milestone Masks a Much Smaller Supply
  • Côte d’Ivoire’s Solar Expansion Depends on More Than Building New Plants
  • Africa’s Local Content Rules Could Be Working Against the Energy Industry They Are Meant to Build
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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