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Mozambique LNG Restart Brings High Stakes for Energy and Investment
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Mozambique LNG Restart Brings High Stakes for Energy and Investment

Africa Digest News February 2, 2026February 2, 2026
Mozambique’s colossal 13m t/yr LNG project in Afungi, a venture critical to the nation’s economic…
Zimbabwe’s Power Shift: Vungu Solar Illuminates a Path Beyond Darkness
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Zimbabwe’s Power Shift: Vungu Solar Illuminates a Path Beyond Darkness

Africa Digest News February 2, 2026February 2, 2026
Zimbabwe faces a profound energy crisis, with daily power outages stretching up to 16 hours,…
Benin Invests $2.9 Million to Build 9 Rural Solar Mini-Grids — A Big Boost for Off-Grid Power
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Benin Invests $2.9 Million to Build 9 Rural Solar Mini-Grids — A Big Boost for Off-Grid Power

Africa Digest News January 30, 2026January 30, 2026
Benin stands at a critical juncture in its energy evolution, transitioning from a state of…
Algeria’s 1,480 MW Solar Boom: A Wake-Up Call for Africa’s Energy Ambitions
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Algeria’s 1,480 MW Solar Boom: A Wake-Up Call for Africa’s Energy Ambitions

Africa Digest News January 29, 2026January 29, 2026
Algeria is moving from policy to hardware. By the summer of 2026, the country expects…
Schneider Electric named Official Energy Technology Partner of McLaren Racing
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Schneider Electric named Official Energy Technology Partner of McLaren Racing

Africa Digest News January 28, 2026January 28, 2026
Nairobi Kenya, January 28, 2026 – McLaren Racing and Schneider Electric, a global energy technology…
W16 Signs Agreement With Libya’s REAoL to Develop 100 MW Solar Plant
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W16 Signs Agreement With Libya’s REAoL to Develop 100 MW Solar Plant

Africa Digest News January 26, 2026January 26, 2026
U.S.-based energy company W16 has signed an agreement with Libya’s Renewable Energy Authority (REAoL) to…
Africa’s Largest Hybrid Solar Project Gains $150 Million European Backing as Egypt Accelerates Energy Transition
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Africa’s Largest Hybrid Solar Project Gains $150 Million European Backing as Egypt Accelerates Energy Transition

Africa Digest News January 22, 2026January 22, 2026
Egypt has taken a major step forward in its clean energy ambitions with the inauguration…
Why Solar Is Now Nigeria’s Fastest-Growing Source of Power Outside the Grid
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Why Solar Is Now Nigeria’s Fastest-Growing Source of Power Outside the Grid

Africa Digest News January 16, 2026January 16, 2026
For much of Nigeria’s modern history, electricity supply has depended less on the national grid…
Masdar Signs First Power Purchase Agreement for 150 MW Solar Project in Angola
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Masdar Signs First Power Purchase Agreement for 150 MW Solar Project in Angola

Africa Digest News January 14, 2026January 14, 2026
Abu Dhabi-based renewable energy developer Masdar has signed its first power purchase agreement (PPA) in…
Which companies are driving utility-scale solar development in Angola and sub-Saharan Africa?
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Which companies are driving utility-scale solar development in Angola and sub-Saharan Africa?

Africa Digest News January 13, 2026January 13, 2026
Sub-Saharan Africa is entering a decisive decade for solar energy. Countries across the region are…

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  • Mozambique LNG Restart Brings High Stakes for Energy and Investment
  • Zimbabwe’s Power Shift: Vungu Solar Illuminates a Path Beyond Darkness
  • Benin Invests $2.9 Million to Build 9 Rural Solar Mini-Grids — A Big Boost for Off-Grid Power
  • Algeria’s 1,480 MW Solar Boom: A Wake-Up Call for Africa’s Energy Ambitions
  • Schneider Electric named Official Energy Technology Partner of McLaren Racing
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

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

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ARE Energy Access Investment Forum 2026

Date: 21 - 24 April 2026

Location: Nairobi, Kenya

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