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New $500 Million Africa50 Fund to Accelerate Renewable Energy and Green Infrastructure Projects
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New $500 Million Africa50 Fund to Accelerate Renewable Energy and Green Infrastructure Projects

Africa Digest News February 7, 2025February 7, 2025
Africa50, a pan-African infrastructure investment platform, is launching a substantial $500 million fund aimed at…
JUWI Invests ZAR 6 Billion to Power South Africa’s Industries with Solar Energy
Solar energy

JUWI Invests ZAR 6 Billion to Power South Africa’s Industries with Solar Energy

Africa Digest News February 6, 2025February 6, 2025
JUWI Renewable Energies is making a major investment in South Africa’s renewable energy sector, committing…
Mission 300 Pushes $50 Billion Energy Plan That Will Change Life for Millions in Africa
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Mission 300 Pushes $50 Billion Energy Plan That Will Change Life for Millions in Africa

Africa Digest News February 5, 2025February 5, 2025
At the recent Mission 300 Africa Energy Summit in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, thirty African…
Schneider Electric Report Highlights Consumer Energy Efficiency Challenges
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Schneider Electric Report Highlights Consumer Energy Efficiency Challenges

Africa Digest News February 4, 2025February 4, 2025
A recent Schneider Electric survey sheds light on the disconnect between consumers’ sustainability goals and…
How Norfund’s $40M Investment Will Power 100,000 African Businesses at Half Cost
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How Norfund’s $40M Investment Will Power 100,000 African Businesses at Half Cost

Africa Digest News January 30, 2025January 30, 2025
Norfund, the Norwegian Investment Fund for developing countries, has recently announced an additional investment of…
How Ezra’s Solar Project Will Cut Power Bills for 16,000 South Sudan Families
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How Ezra’s Solar Project Will Cut Power Bills for 16,000 South Sudan Families

Africa Digest News January 29, 2025
The launch of a major renewable energy project by the Ezra Group in South Sudan…
How PPPs Could Deliver Affordable, Reliable Energy to 100 Million African Homes by 2030
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How PPPs Could Deliver Affordable, Reliable Energy to 100 Million African Homes by 2030

Africa Digest News January 28, 2025January 28, 2025
African ministers recently emphasized the critical role of public-private partnerships (PPPs) in financing the energy…
CHINT  Launches its first ESG Global Strategy to Help Global Business Achieve Sustainable  Transformation
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CHINT Launches its first ESG Global Strategy to Help Global Business Achieve Sustainable Transformation

Africa Digest News January 28, 2025
SHANGHAI, Jan22,2025- CHINT, a global leader in smart energy, unveiled its 2030 sustainable development strategy, …
Schneider Electric named The World’s Most Sustainable Corporation for a second time
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Schneider Electric named The World’s Most Sustainable Corporation for a second time

Africa Digest News January 24, 2025January 24, 2025
First-ever corporation to top Corporate Knights Global 100 twice 14th consecutive year in Global 100…
Can PREO Solve Africa’s Electricity Crisis? Here’s What You Need to Know
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Can PREO Solve Africa’s Electricity Crisis? Here’s What You Need to Know

Africa Digest News January 23, 2025January 23, 2025
The Powering Renewable Energy Opportunities (PREO) program has opened its doors to applications for innovative…

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  • Scatec Brings 273-MW Grootfontein Solar Park Online in South Africa’s Western Cape
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

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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

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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