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Schneider Electric’s Vivace E transforms the everyday switch and socket into a design statement
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Schneider Electric’s Vivace E transforms the everyday switch and socket into a design statement

Africa Digest News September 29, 2026September 29, 2026
Schneider Electric, a global energy technology leader, has introduced Vivace E to the East African…
Schneider Electric Concludes Innovation Summit Middle East and Africa 2026 in Abu Dhabi, Launches New UAE Industrial AI Study
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Schneider Electric Concludes Innovation Summit Middle East and Africa 2026 in Abu Dhabi, Launches New UAE Industrial AI Study

Africa Digest News September 23, 2026September 23, 2026
ABU DHABI, UAE, September 16, 2026 — Schneider Electric, a global energy technology leader, today…
Building East Africa’s energy skills pipeline requires firm commitment
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Building East Africa’s energy skills pipeline requires firm commitment

Africa Digest News September 14, 2026September 14, 2026
By Ifeanyi Odoh, Country President, Schneider Electric East Africa In a time when the global…
Cosmos accelerates pharmaceutical digital compliance and operational efficiency with Schneider Electric Kenya.
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Cosmos accelerates pharmaceutical digital compliance and operational efficiency with Schneider Electric Kenya.

Africa Digest News August 15, 2026August 15, 2026
Nairobi, Kenya 2026 – Cosmos Limited (Cosmos), one of Kenya’s leading pharmaceutical manufacturers, has strengthened…
What happens after construction establishing local skills to solidify local growth
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What happens after construction establishing local skills to solidify local growth

Africa Digest News July 23, 2026July 23, 2026
By Josiah Habwe, General Manager for Tanzania & Uganda at Schneider Electric Across East Africa,…
Grid Gap in Focus as Southern African Utility Leaders Join AEW Power Africa Today
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Grid Gap in Focus as Southern African Utility Leaders Join AEW Power Africa Today

Africa Digest News July 17, 2026July 17, 2026
Senior executives from some of Southern Africa’s top power utilities and grid operators are confirmed…
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…
Starsight Energy powers recycling operations with 1.2MW solar installation
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Starsight Energy powers recycling operations with 1.2MW solar installation

Africa Digest News June 3, 2026June 3, 2026
Starsight Energy has completed a 1.2MW solar power installation for Nigeria’s Polysmart Group, adding renewable…
The Silent Risk in African Infrastructure and Why Visibility Beats Control
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The Silent Risk in African Infrastructure and Why Visibility Beats Control

Africa Digest News April 23, 2026April 24, 2026
Across African industries, a quiet oversight often undermines even the most ambitious modernization efforts. While…
Schneider Electric Relocates Nairobi Office to The Purple Tower
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Schneider Electric Relocates Nairobi Office to The Purple Tower

Africa Digest News March 9, 2026March 9, 2026
Nairobi (Kenya), 2026 –Schneider Electric, a global energy technology leader, has relocated its Nairobi office…

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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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