A tenfold increase in capacity is possible by 2050, an IAEA report says, but financing and regional cooperation will be key to unlocking atomic power for...
ZESCO and Anzana inked a US$300 million deal to power 2 million Zambians along the Lobito Corridor.
A US$50 million pilot launches 2026,...
ZESCO and Anzana inked a US$300 million deal to power 2 million Zambians along the Lobito Corridor.
A US$50 million pilot launches 2026,...
Africa surpasses 70 GW renewables, remains import-dependent.
China dominates solar, batteries, inverters; Europe leads in wind.
No major local...
Africa surpasses 70 GW renewables, remains import-dependent.
China dominates solar, batteries, inverters; Europe leads in wind.
No major local...
• Nigeria commissions a 40,000 m³ LPG tanker to expand regional gas exports.• WAGL’s fleet capacity rises to 162,000 m³, aiming for more frequent...
• Nigeria commissions a 40,000 m³ LPG tanker to expand regional gas exports.• WAGL’s fleet capacity rises to 162,000 m³, aiming for more frequent...
• Eskom opens bidding for 291 MW of solar power under long-term PPAs.• First renewable plants expected online by December 2027.• Coal still dominant at...
• Eskom opens bidding for 291 MW of solar power under long-term PPAs.• First renewable plants expected online by December 2027.• Coal still dominant at...
• Shell to drill 5 new exploration wells in Namibia’s PEL 39 block in 2026.• Campaign aims to better assess existing finds Graff, La Rona, and Jonker.•...
• Shell to drill 5 new exploration wells in Namibia’s PEL 39 block in 2026.• Campaign aims to better assess existing finds Graff, La Rona, and Jonker.•...
• Algeria and Occidental Petroleum signed study agreements on El Ouabed and Dahar.• The studies will assess hydrocarbon potential before any direct...
• Algeria and Occidental Petroleum signed study agreements on El Ouabed and Dahar.• The studies will assess hydrocarbon potential before any direct...
• Empower commissions 1.1 MWp solar plant for L'Oréal Egypt• Project avoids 800+ tons CO2, supports L'Oréal’s 2030 goals• Equity financing enabled rapid...
• Empower commissions 1.1 MWp solar plant for L'Oréal Egypt• Project avoids 800+ tons CO2, supports L'Oréal’s 2030 goals• Equity financing enabled rapid...
Benin restarts Sèmè oilfield after 27-year shutdown
Project led by Akrake Petroleum, production starts by end-2025
Output projected at 15,000...
Benin restarts Sèmè oilfield after 27-year shutdown
Project led by Akrake Petroleum, production starts by end-2025
Output projected at 15,000...
• Nigeria produced 1.507 million b/d in July, above its 1.5 million b/d OPEC limit.• Output recovery driven by facility restarts and tighter Niger Delta...
• Nigeria produced 1.507 million b/d in July, above its 1.5 million b/d OPEC limit.• Output recovery driven by facility restarts and tighter Niger Delta...
Symbion pledges $700 million for 140 MW methane plant on Lake Kivu.
Investment is, however, conditional on full implementation of 27 June 2025...
Symbion pledges $700 million for 140 MW methane plant on Lake Kivu.
Investment is, however, conditional on full implementation of 27 June 2025...
• Ivorian firm Tongon Solaire to build 52 MWp solar plant in M’Bengué, operational by end-2027.• Project part of Energy Emergency Plan 2026–2030, adding...
• Ivorian firm Tongon Solaire to build 52 MWp solar plant in M’Bengué, operational by end-2027.• Project part of Energy Emergency Plan 2026–2030, adding...
• Afreximbank announced $1.35B in financing for Nigeria’s Dangote refinery, part of a $4B syndicated deal.• The 650,000 bpd refinery has...
• Afreximbank announced $1.35B in financing for Nigeria’s Dangote refinery, part of a $4B syndicated deal.• The 650,000 bpd refinery has...
• Ghana’s oil revenues fell 56% to $370.6 million in the first half of 2025.• Crude oil production dropped 25.5%, from 3.77 million to 2.81 million...
• Ghana’s oil revenues fell 56% to $370.6 million in the first half of 2025.• Crude oil production dropped 25.5%, from 3.77 million to 2.81 million...
The Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet (GEAPP) announced on August 4, 2025, the appointment of Carol Koech (Photo) as Vice President for Africa,...
The Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet (GEAPP) announced on August 4, 2025, the appointment of Carol Koech (Photo) as Vice President for Africa,...
As new oil discoveries continue off the coast of Namibia, authorities are refining their strategy to ensure the economic benefits of this windfall are not...
As new oil discoveries continue off the coast of Namibia, authorities are refining their strategy to ensure the economic benefits of this windfall are not...
Solarcentury has launched the first 25 MW phase of the Mailo solar project.
Electricity is now sold on the Southern African Power Pool without a...
Solarcentury has launched the first 25 MW phase of the Mailo solar project.
Electricity is now sold on the Southern African Power Pool without a...
NDPHC aims to commercialize 200 MW from idle plants, pending regulator approval.
Nigeria generates only 4,000-6,000 MW despite 14,000 MW...
NDPHC aims to commercialize 200 MW from idle plants, pending regulator approval.
Nigeria generates only 4,000-6,000 MW despite 14,000 MW...
The World Bank approved $200 million via IDA for Zambia’s energy programme ASCENT.
The project aims to bring reliable electricity to over 1...
The World Bank approved $200 million via IDA for Zambia’s energy programme ASCENT.
The project aims to bring reliable electricity to over 1...
• LPRC becomes main fuel importer after months of supply shortages and price swings• Gasoline prices rose from 680 to 830 Liberian dollars per gallon...
• LPRC becomes main fuel importer after months of supply shortages and price swings• Gasoline prices rose from 680 to 830 Liberian dollars per gallon...
• Nigerian oil firms expand in Africa, led by FIRST E&P’s new deal in Tanzania.• Past ventures include projects in Equatorial Guinea, Uganda, and...
• Nigerian oil firms expand in Africa, led by FIRST E&P’s new deal in Tanzania.• Past ventures include projects in Equatorial Guinea, Uganda, and...
Solar photovoltaic costs rose slightly in 2024, marking a break in a decade-long downward trend.
Rising prices of modules, logistics, and...
Solar photovoltaic costs rose slightly in 2024, marking a break in a decade-long downward trend.
Rising prices of modules, logistics, and...
Mauritius plans to reach 60% renewable energy by 2030 but faces a looming 100 MW electricity deficit.
The government calls for installation of a...
Mauritius plans to reach 60% renewable energy by 2030 but faces a looming 100 MW electricity deficit.
The government calls for installation of a...
Having stepped down as chairman of Dangote Sugar in June, Aliko Dangote is now also leaving the leadership of Dangote Cement. He is refocusing his efforts...
Having stepped down as chairman of Dangote Sugar in June, Aliko Dangote is now also leaving the leadership of Dangote Cement. He is refocusing his efforts...
• Equatorial Guinea’s economy will contract by 3.1% in 2025 after a modest 0.9% growth in 2024.• Afreximbank will raise $4.5 billion to fund the...
• Equatorial Guinea’s economy will contract by 3.1% in 2025 after a modest 0.9% growth in 2024.• Afreximbank will raise $4.5 billion to fund the...
The move aims to help stabilize the economy and allow the country to reclaim control over its production strategy.
Highlights:
● Angola launched...
The move aims to help stabilize the economy and allow the country to reclaim control over its production strategy.
Highlights:
● Angola launched...
Angola launches new offshore projects adding 60,000 barrels per day.
TotalEnergies leads both developments using existing...
Angola launches new offshore projects adding 60,000 barrels per day.
TotalEnergies leads both developments using existing...
New industrial and trade dynamics are emerging in Africa, driven by renewable energy. The REN21 network analyzes how these value chains could strengthen...
New industrial and trade dynamics are emerging in Africa, driven by renewable energy. The REN21 network analyzes how these value chains could strengthen...
South Sudan is being sued by BB Energy for failing to honor a prepaid oil delivery contract, marking the second major legal challenge after Vitol’s...
South Sudan is being sued by BB Energy for failing to honor a prepaid oil delivery contract, marking the second major legal challenge after Vitol’s...
Zambia’s REA launched the $637,000 Lui Grid Extension Project on July 17 to connect 600 users in Western Province.
The project highlights the...
Zambia’s REA launched the $637,000 Lui Grid Extension Project on July 17 to connect 600 users in Western Province.
The project highlights the...
Dangote Refinery plans to bypass intermediaries and sell fuel directly starting August 15.
Oil distributors warn the new model threatens thousands...
Dangote Refinery plans to bypass intermediaries and sell fuel directly starting August 15.
Oil distributors warn the new model threatens thousands...
• Tunisia relies on imported gas for over 90% of electricity, slowing solar expansion.• Energy self-sufficiency fell to 39% in 2025 amid rising gas...
• Tunisia relies on imported gas for over 90% of electricity, slowing solar expansion.• Energy self-sufficiency fell to 39% in 2025 amid rising gas...
Africa is becoming a major destination for Russian fuels facing international sanctions. The continent is importing more of these inexpensive products,...
Africa is becoming a major destination for Russian fuels facing international sanctions. The continent is importing more of these inexpensive products,...
• Candi Solar plans to raise “tens of millions” in new Series D funding by 2026.• Current funds will deepen its footprint in South Africa and India’s...
• Candi Solar plans to raise “tens of millions” in new Series D funding by 2026.• Current funds will deepen its footprint in South Africa and India’s...
Even as solar power generation increases across Africa, few producers are currently certifying their energy on sustainable markets. This mechanism,...
Even as solar power generation increases across Africa, few producers are currently certifying their energy on sustainable markets. This mechanism,...
Many African energy plans rely heavily on foreign expertise, limiting local autonomy.
New training programs aim to build African skills in energy...
Many African energy plans rely heavily on foreign expertise, limiting local autonomy.
New training programs aim to build African skills in energy...
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