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South Africa delays final transmission RFP to strengthen private investment framework
South Africa has delayed the final tender for its first transmission projects involving private-sector participation to allow more time to strengthen the procurement and financing framework.
Zimbabwe-focused Premier raises $1.6mn to restart processing at Zulu lithium project
Premier African Minerals (AIM:PREM) has raised about $1.6mn before expenses to restart processing at its Zulu lithium and tantalum project in Zimbabwe
Nigeria launches $300mn distributed renewable energy fund for mini-grids and off-grid power
The NSIA and Africa50-managed fund is designed to channel capital into mini-grids, standalone solar, battery storage and commercial power projects, with the World Bank providing an initial $25mn through IDA.
South Africa, Zimbabwe discuss $500mn dam to supply Limpopo industrial zone
South Africa and Zimbabwe are in talks over a $500mn dam in southern Zimbabwe that would pipe water across the border to an industrial zone in Limpopo province.
Tanesco and CRDB launch electricity connection subsidies and loans in Tanzania
Tanesco and CRDB launch rural electricity connection subsidies and urban loans, with the bank aiming to help 500,000 Tanzanians connect annually.
Africa-focused IPP Globeleq reaches financial close on $52mn Zambia solar project
Globeleq has reached financial close on a 40 MWac solar power project in Zambia after securing $52.1mn in long-term financing, advancing investment in new generation capacity as the country seeks to reduce its vulnerability to power shortages.
South Africa pushes private transmission tender to 2027 for further bidder consultation
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Skeleton Coast Uranium completes Namibia data programme, defines exploration targets
Skeleton Coast Uranium Corp. (TSXV: SKEL, OTC: GLIIF, FSE: KDM0) (Skeleton Coast) has completed the digitisation of historical exploration data across its five uranium licences in Namibia’s Erongo Region.
Tanzania launches scheme to cut electricity connection costs for rural households
Tanzania’s state power utility Tanesco and CRDB Bank (DSE:CRDB) launch rural connection subsidies and urban loans in Tanzania, targeting 500,000 household electricity connections annually.
South Africa delays $1bn private power grid tender to 2027
The delay sets back private investment in 1,164km of new power lines that the government says are needed to relieve grid constraints holding back renewable energy.
Russia to send business mission to Cape Town energy week
Russia will send a business mission of companies and industry associations to African Energy Week (AEW) 2026 in Cape Town.
Nigeria breaks ground on new Osogbo national grid control centre to replace 64-year-old facility
Nigeria held a formal groundbreaking ceremony on September 30 for a new National Control Centre in Osogbo
Tanzania's TANESCO starts $24mn grid link for AngloGold Ashanti's Geita gold mine
Tanzania's TANESCO and AngloGold Ashanti's Geita Gold Mining have launched a project linking the mine directly to the grid, freeing about 40 MW for other users.
Tanzania's $1bn Mkuju River uranium project set for October construction start, Rosatom targets 2029 production
Tanzania is promoting the project, where a Rosatom unit expects construction activity from October and production in 2029, as a future source of mining investment, exports and industrial activity,
Nigeria's Prado Power secures senior debt from Camco fund for five solar mini-grids
The projects will combine 1.84 MWp of solar capacity with 5.2 MWh of battery storage and target more than 12,000 household and small-business connections, supported by World Bank-backed DARES subsidies.
Ghana’s Volta River Authority returns to profit as cedi gains offset weaker power sales
Ghana’s state-owned Volta River Authority returned to profit in 2025, helped by currency gains that reduced forex losses, although falling electricity sales and weaker operating performance highlight continued pressure on the power sector.
Rwanda outlines financing plan for first small modular nuclear reactor
Rwanda is moving its nuclear programme towards the financing stage, with a new roadmap proposing sovereign, multilateral and PPP structures for a planned small modular reactor, although no funding has been secured.
Nigeria advances 24-hour energy-zone plan in talks with distributors
Nigeria’s federal government has begun talks with selected electricity distributors on proposed energy zones aimed at providing round-the-clock power in the Lagos axis, Abuja-Kaduna-Kano and Enugu-Port Harcourt corridors
Kenya’s nuclear power project faces East African Court challenge over environmental concerns
Kenya’s proposed nuclear power project in Bondo, Siaya County, has been challenged at the East African Court of Justice, with a petitioner seeking a review of the site’s suitability and a transboundary environmental assessment.
Rwanda outlines financing options for first nuclear power programme
Rwanda has published a roadmap examining possible financing structures for its planned nuclear power programme, with the government weighing private-sector, state-backed and multilateral options for a future first reactor.
Zambia signs $2.14bn UAE MoUs, seeks power investment for copper drive
Zambia signed MoUs worth $2.14bn with UAE partners as it seeks investment in energy, healthcare and other sectors tied to its copper-growth strategy.
Solar Industries establishes Botswana explosives unit as Southern Africa expansion gathers pace
Solar Industries India Limited (NSE:SOLARINDS) has established a 65%-controlled explosives subsidiary in Botswana with an initial cash subscription of $325,000, extending its African footprint.
Africa’s power needs put gas and renewables in focus at AEW 2026
AEW 2026 sessions will discuss expanding access to reliable electricity, greater use of domestic gas resources and developing infrastructure to support industrial growth.
Kenya PBO warns $354mn energy-project shift to infrastructure fund could cause delays
Kenya’s Parliamentary Budget Office warns that moving $354mn of energy and petroleum projects to the National Infrastructure Fund could delay construction and raise financing costs.
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