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Can Solar Really End Energy Poverty in Africa?
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Can Solar Really End Energy Poverty in Africa?

Africa Digest News November 12, 2025November 12, 2025
Satellite images of Earth paint a stark picture: much of the planet glitters with electricity,…
The energy equation: Uganda’s extractives industry and the electrification imperative
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The energy equation: Uganda’s extractives industry and the electrification imperative

Africa Digest News November 11, 2025November 11, 2025
By Josiah Habwe, General Manager for Tanzania & Uganda, Energy Business at Schneider Electric     Uganda…
Africa’s green push risks leaving workers behind
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Africa’s green push risks leaving workers behind

Africa Digest News November 10, 2025November 10, 2025
Africa is being asked to go green for the world even as millions still struggle…
Morocco Bets on Rooftop Solar to Power Millions of Electric Cars And Avoid an EV Bottleneck
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Morocco Bets on Rooftop Solar to Power Millions of Electric Cars And Avoid an EV Bottleneck

Africa Digest News November 7, 2025November 7, 2025
Morocco is eyeing the sun-baked roofs of its cities as the next frontier in its…
Solar Could Unlock $2.5bn for Nigeria But the Diesel Economy Isn’t Letting Go
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Solar Could Unlock $2.5bn for Nigeria But the Diesel Economy Isn’t Letting Go

Africa Digest News November 7, 2025November 7, 2025
By Thuita Gatero, Managing Editor, Africa Digest News. He specializes in conversations around data centers,…
Forging East Africa’s digital transformation for industries, through a skilled business ecosystem
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Forging East Africa’s digital transformation for industries, through a skilled business ecosystem

Africa Digest News November 6, 2025November 6, 2025
By Ifeanyi Odoh, Country President, Schneider Electric East Africa In East Africa, we’re experiencing an…
How Much Electricity Does a Typical South African Home Use Per Month? (2025 Guide)
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How Much Electricity Does a Typical South African Home Use Per Month? (2025 Guide)

Africa Digest News November 6, 2025November 6, 2025
By Thuita Gatero, Managing Editor, Africa Digest News. He specializes in conversations around data centers,…
Kenya Can’t Afford Data Centers Right Now,  President Ruto Says as Power Demand Surges
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Kenya Can’t Afford Data Centers Right Now, President Ruto Says as Power Demand Surges

Africa Digest News November 6, 2025November 6, 2025
By Thuita Gatero, Managing Editor, Africa Digest News. He specializes in conversations around data centers,…
Geothermal power is about to do something in Kenya that diesel never managed
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Geothermal power is about to do something in Kenya that diesel never managed

Africa Digest News November 5, 2025November 5, 2025
A major new project in Kenya is placing the country at the forefront of green…
Genetec delivers faster, smarter investigations in Security Center SaaS
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Genetec delivers faster, smarter investigations in Security Center SaaS

Africa Digest News November 4, 2025November 4, 2025
Nairobi, Kenya – November 3, 2025 — Genetec Inc. the global leader in enterprise physical…

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  • 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

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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

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Africa Energy Indaba 2026

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Battery and Energy Storage for Africa 2026

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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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