Renewables
The Nigerian government has signed a joint venture for Shiroro Generating Company’s 20 MW solar-hydro hybrid project. Experts say the project will aid the energy transition and foster renewable energy growth.
The two tenders formed part of Algeria's national plan to install 15,000 MW of solar capacity by 2035.
A new Nigeria-Germany gas export deal has raised concerns about potential impact on decarbonisation targets.
An Africa Energy Chamber report advocates for Africa to minimise gas flaring, prioritise utilisation, impose penalties, and boost renewables.
The West African nation has unveiled a $550 billion decarbonization plan aiming for net zero by 2060, but experts said Ghana’s energy transition faces a number of potential hurdles.
The country has been championing the role of renewables in recent years, but delays risk locking in more Morocco gas import dependence.
Africa continues to receive comparatively low investment in renewable energy finance despite the continent’s enormous potential and energy needs, a new report says.