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Nuclear power seen as strategic bridge in Africa’s just energy transition - AEC
Africa is emerging as an important player in the global clean energy transition, driven by tighter international emissions rules and rising demand for low-carbon fuels.
Togo seeks increased electricity imports from Nigeria
Togo is seeking to increase electricity imports from Nigeria’s Niger Delta Power Holding Company (NDPHC) as rising industrial consumption and expanding grid access place growing pressure on the country’s power system
Nigerian clean energy firm Starsight secures $15mn BII financing for regional expansion
Starsight Energy Africa Group has secured $15mn in mezzanine debt from British International Investment to expand solar energy projects for commercial and industrial clients in West Africa.
France’s Proparco commits $15mn to African climate infrastructure fund with $200mn fundraising target
France's Proparco has committed $15mn to the African Transition Acceleration Fund, a new $200mn pan-African vehicle managed by African Infrastructure Investment Managers that aims to finance early-stage climate infrastructure.
South Africa’s Eskom mulls selling surplus midday electricity to Bitcoin miners amid rooftop solar surge
South Africa’s state power utility Eskom is exploring selling discounted midday electricity to Bitcoin mining companies as rooftop solar installations—now estimated at more than 5GW—reduce daytime demand on the national grid.
Nigeria electricity shortage worsens as GenCos’ $2.1bn debt chokes gas supply
Nigeria’s electricity crisis is set to worsen as gas suppliers threaten to halt deliveries to thermal power plants over $2.1bn in unpaid fuel debts, pushing national power generation below 4,000MW and exposing deep financial strains sectorwide.
Rwandan president urges international backing to support country’s nuclear power drive
Rwandan President Paul Kagame has called on global investors to support the country’s nuclear energy programme, saying the reliable electricity it could generate is central to the country’s economic transformation.
Baobab Microfinance Bank Nigeria launches green finance project to expand solar advisory for households and SMEs
Baobab Microfinance Bank Nigeria has launched a Green Finance Project to train specialists who will guide households and SMEs in Lagos on adopting affordable and sustainable solar energy solutions.
Nigeria power distributors collect $1.67bn in 2025 despite persistent outages
Nigeria’s electricity distribution companies collected NGN2.33 trillion ($1.67bn) from customers in 2025, a 29% year-on-year increase, despite continued power outages and disputes over estimated billing.
South Africa regulator lifts Eskom tariff hikes after $3bn calculation error
South Africa’s Nersa has approved electricity tariff increases of 8.76% for Eskom’s direct customers from April and 9.01% for municipalities from July. The hikes follow a correction to a $3bn regulatory calculation error.
World Bank backs $10bn South Africa grid investment plan, confirms funding for CGV
The World Bank has approved a blended finance programme designed to mobilise up to $10bn for South Africa’s electricity transmission expansion, using a credit guarantee vehicle to attract private investors.
Tanzania invites global investors into clean energy sector
Tanzania has invited strategic investors worldwide to participate in the country’s clean energy sector, as part of an ongoing drive to stimulate economic growth while tackling climate change.
Nigeria labour union urges suspension of $14.3mn Transmission Company refurbishment scheme
Nigeria’s main labour union has urged the federal government to suspend a proposed NGN20bn ($14.3mn) emergency refurbishment programme at the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN).
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