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Ensuring Fuel Quality and Safeguarding Vehicles: EPRA’s Response to Flooding in Kenya.
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Ensuring Fuel Quality and Safeguarding Vehicles: EPRA’s Response to Flooding in Kenya.

Africa Digest News May 2, 2024
Heavy rains and flooding in Kenya have not only disrupted daily life but also posed…
Bluetti’s Solar Power Initiative Lights the Way for Lamu
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Bluetti’s Solar Power Initiative Lights the Way for Lamu

Africa Digest News April 18, 2024
Bluetti, a company, has donated 200 solar power kits to three schools on Lamu Island,…
Accelerating Renewable Energy Development
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Accelerating Renewable Energy Development

Africa Digest News March 16, 2024March 28, 2024
Accelerating renewable energy development is crucial for enhancing energy security, promoting environmental sustainability, and fostering…
EWSETA’s Specialized Training Program in Renewable Energy and Water  Management
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EWSETA’s Specialized Training Program in Renewable Energy and Water Management

Africa Digest News February 29, 2024
The Energy & Water Sector Education Training Authority (EWSETA) is dedicated to preparing individuals for…
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Schneider Electric Kenya Appoints Ifeanyi Odoh as the new Country President 

Africa Digest News February 27, 2024
With a strategic shift in Schneider Electric Kenya’s leadership, Ifeanyi Odoh brings his trailblazing experience…
How Cape Town’s solar payout fosters energy independence
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How Cape Town’s solar payout fosters energy independence

Africa Digest News February 14, 2024
Cape Town’s innovative solar payout initiative compensates residents for surplus solar energy, aiming to decentralize…
Transforming Africa: AXIAN Energy’s Utility-Scale Solar Initiatives
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Transforming Africa: AXIAN Energy’s Utility-Scale Solar Initiatives

Africa Digest News January 4, 2024January 4, 2024
AXIAN Energy underwent a strategic transition in 2017, aligning its trajectory with the global shift…
Dar and Sun Africa Partner on Energy Transition and Sustainable Development in Africa
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Dar and Sun Africa Partner on Energy Transition and Sustainable Development in Africa

Africa Digest News December 12, 2023December 12, 2023
Global design and engineering firm Dar Al-Handasah and renewable energy specialist Sun Africa have solidified…

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  • Africa’s Solar Power Surge as Kenya Drives a New Wave of Growth and Investment
  • How to Verify a Solar Installer in South Africa in 2026
  • South African Solar Contracts Face Local Content Dispute
  • Namibia Advances On-Grid Renewables with Solar PV and Energy Storage Tenders
  • 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

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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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