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Trafigura exits Angola-DRC-Zambia power transmission project
Commodity trader Trafigura has withdrawn from a proposed 2,000-megawatt (MW) electricity transmission project that would have transported surplus hydropower from Angola to copper and cobalt mines in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Zambia.
Indian group Navitas Solar makes African debut after securing $20mn contract in Zambia
Indian renewable energy company Navitas Solar has secured a $20mn contract to build a 54-megawatt utility-scale solar power plant in central Zambia, marking its entry into the African market, MVA Pulse reported on July 15.
Africa's LNG ambitions gather pace amid record global trade, says IGU report
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Australian explorer Elevate Uranium raises stake in Namibia's Marenica project to 90%
Elevate Uranium (ASX: EL8, OTCQX: ELVUF) (Elevate) has agreed to increase its stake in the Marenica Uranium Project in Namibia to 90% through two acquisition agreements, the company said in a statement on July 13.
Namibia electricity supply rises in May as domestic generation remains dominant
Namibia's electricity supply increased in May as higher domestic generation and imports helped meet rising demand, with local power stations accounting for more than half of total supply, according to data published by the Namibia Statistics Agency.
Cameroon weighs direct power supply deal for Prometal amid sector dispute
Cameroon is considering a proposal to allow steel producer Prometal to buy electricity directly from state-owned Electricity Development Corporation (EDC)
Zambia appoints Noubeg Power for proposed 40-MW wind study
Noubeg Power & Co. said it had been selected by Zambia’s Ministry of Energy to prepare a proposed 40-MW wind power project as the country seeks to reduce its heavy dependence on hydropower.
Tanzania delays $420mn Canadian-backed gas-to-liquids plant pending gas supply assurance
Tanzania has delayed signing a gas supply agreement needed to advance a planned $420mn gas-to-liquids (GTL) plant, with state-owned Tanzania Petroleum Development Corporation saying natural gas will remain prioritised for electricity generation
Senegal utility Senelec lists $192mn sustainability-linked bonds in Luxembourg
Senegal’s state-owned utility Senelec has admitted XOF108bn ($192mn) of sustainability-linked bonds to the Luxembourg Stock Exchange, supporting renewable energy investment, electricity access and investor diversification.
Elsewedy Electric secures three major wind power grid contracts in Egyptian Gulf of Suez
African governments remain focused on strengthening electricity systems
Africa's power generation sector saw steady progress last week, with governments focusing on new investment, grid expansion and renewable energy rather than announcing major new power plants.
Ethiopia, Kenya sign cross-border electricity supply deal to deepen regional power trade
Ethiopia's state-owned Ethiopian Electric Utility (EEU) and Kenya Power and Lighting Company (NSE:KPLC), Kenya's main electricity distribution utility, have signed a new power supply agreement aimed at expanding cross-border electricity trade
Egypt installs reactor vessel at second El Dabaa nuclear unit
Egypt has installed the reactor pressure vessel at the second unit of the El Dabaa Nuclear Power Plant, advancing the Russian-built 4.8-GW project towards first operations in 2028.
Chariot Resources advances Nigeria lithium acquisition with new licence approvals
Chariot Resources has secured approval to transfer three additional exploration licences in Nigeria as it works to complete its acquisition of a 66.667% stake in an 11-title lithium portfolio.
Guinea courts Chinese and US investors for waste-to-energy projects
Guinea is seeking Chinese and US investment in waste-to-energy projects as it looks to expand electricity supply, improve urban sanitation and attract private capital.
Camco’s Spark enters Tanzania with solar and battery project for regional poultry producer Irvine’s
Camco-managed Spark Energy Services has entered Tanzania by financing a 1.5 MWp solar plant and 2 MWh battery system for African poultry producer Irvine’s.
Burkina Faso secures $60mn financing for 119MW thermal power plant
Burkina Faso has secured an initial $60mn financing tranche for a 119-megawatt thermal power plant that is expected to more than halve the country's reliance on imported electricity once it begins operating in 2027
South Africa’s Nersa clears Red Rocket and Engie solar projects with combined 890MW capacity
South Africa’s energy regulator has approved generation licences for four solar PV projects developed by Red Rocket and Engie under REIPPPP Bid Window 7.3, with a combined contracted capacity of 890 MW.
Namibia targets domestic uranium processing in talks with China’s CGN
Namibia, the world’s third largest uranium producer, in 2024 exported nearly all its output to China, which also controls production at two of the African country’s largest mines.
Nigeria opens Chinese-built $250mn lithium plant, targets leading role in battery supply chain
Nigeria's $250mn launch of a lithium-processing plant comes as as UNCTAD forecasts global demand will rise by 353% between 2024 and 2040, driven by electric vehicles, battery storage and clean energy tech.
Mali capital Bamako hit by power and water outages after suspected sabotage
Large parts of Mali’s capital Bamako have been left without electricity and running water after suspected sabotage damaged a key transmission line linked to the Manantali hydropower system.
Grene Capital expands solar capacity at Nigeria’s Jabi Lake Mall to 1.5 MWp
Grene Capital has completed a 900 kWp solar expansion at Jabi Lake Mall in Abuja, increasing installed capacity to 1.5 MWp and helping reduce diesel use, emissions and exposure to grid volatility.
Nigeria's Dangote pledges $2bn for Gambia solar plant and fuel storage project
Nigerian entrepreneur Aliko Dangote has pledged a $2bn strategic investment partnership with The Gambia covering a proposed 250 MW solar power plant and petroleum products storage terminal.
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