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Schneider Electric Highlights Innovation in 800 VDC Power Systems in support of NVIDIA’s next generation GPUs
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Schneider Electric Highlights Innovation in 800 VDC Power Systems in support of NVIDIA’s next generation GPUs

Africa Digest News October 14, 2025October 14, 2025
Schneider Electric, the leader in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, today reinforced…
How Many Wind Farms Would It Take to End South Africa’s Load-Shedding?
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How Many Wind Farms Would It Take to End South Africa’s Load-Shedding?

Africa Digest News October 13, 2025October 13, 2025
By Thuita Gatero, Managing Editor, Africa Digest News. He specializes in conversations around data centers,…
How $100M+ Deals Are Fueling Africa’s Green Energy Transition
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How $100M+ Deals Are Fueling Africa’s Green Energy Transition

Africa Digest News October 9, 2025October 9, 2025
African Renewables Are Finally Getting the Big Money They Deserve Big numbers are showing up…
Offsite solar reshapes how African corporations access clean energy
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Offsite solar reshapes how African corporations access clean energy

Africa Digest News October 6, 2025October 6, 2025
Nairobi manufacturer that went solar without panels  A medium-sized textiles manufacturer on the outskirts of…
Egypt Commissions First Utility-Scale Solar-Plus-Storage Facility
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Egypt Commissions First Utility-Scale Solar-Plus-Storage Facility

Africa Digest News October 1, 2025October 1, 2025
Egypt has commissioned its first utility-scale solar-plus-storage facility: a 300 MWh battery energy storage system…
GSU Inaugurates 50-MW Solar Farm in Chad, Boosting Africa’s Clean Energy Transition
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GSU Inaugurates 50-MW Solar Farm in Chad, Boosting Africa’s Clean Energy Transition

Africa Digest News September 30, 2025September 30, 2025
Abu Dhabi–based Global South Utilities (GSU) has inaugurated the Noor Chad 50-megawatt (MW) solar farm,…
Schneider Electric Unveils Liquid Cooling Portfolio with Motivair Featuring Dedicated Solutions and Services for HPC and AI Workloads
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Schneider Electric Unveils Liquid Cooling Portfolio with Motivair Featuring Dedicated Solutions and Services for HPC and AI Workloads

Africa Digest News September 30, 2025September 30, 2025
Schneider Electric, the leader in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, has today…
The Role of Battery Storage in Securing Africa’s Renewable Future
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The Role of Battery Storage in Securing Africa’s Renewable Future

Africa Digest News September 19, 2025September 19, 2025
Battery storage is quickly moving from “nice to have” to essential infrastructure for Africa’s clean-energy…
Kenya’s E-Waste Moment: From Toxic Challenge to Circular Opportunity
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Kenya’s E-Waste Moment: From Toxic Challenge to Circular Opportunity

Africa Digest News September 17, 2025September 18, 2025
When experts, policymakers, and private sector leaders gathered for Kenya’s first-ever Waste Electrical and Electronic…
African Hospitals Turn to Solar with Mali and Nigeria Leading the Charge Against Blackouts
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African Hospitals Turn to Solar with Mali and Nigeria Leading the Charge Against Blackouts

Africa Digest News September 16, 2025September 16, 2025
Across West Africa, hospitals are swapping fuel-guzzling generators for rooftop solar and battery systems, a…

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  • South Africa fast-tracks 9,600 MW of batteries and gas to fix curtailment
  • Why More Renewable Power Will Not Be Enough for South Africa’s Energy Transition
  • Why Africa’s Universities Are Becoming Testbeds for the Next Energy Technologies
  • Qair Secures €30 Million Debt for Chad’s Solar-Plus-Storage Projects
  • The New U.S. Energy Push Taking Shape Across North Africa
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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