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Egypt projects 7% surge in summer electricity demand
Mahmoud Esmat has instructed electricity sector companies across Egypt to raise their readiness levels ahead of an expected 7% year-on-year (y/y) hike in electricity demand during the summer of 2026.
Nigeria’s NISO targets 180 MW power theft on Lagos-Ogun corridor
The Nigerian Independent System Operator (NISO) has launched a crackdown on electricity theft along the Ikorodu-Sagamu transmission corridor after uncovering losses estimated at about 180 MW
Kenya opens electricity distribution market to private investors in reforms targeting KPLC, KETRACO
Kenya’s energy regulator has drafted regulations that would open electricity generation, transmission, distribution and retail supply to private investors, ending the long-standing single-buyer structure dominated by KPLC
Redefine targets wheeling deals in South Africa after approaching full rooftop solar capacity
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South African energy minister outlines planned power market reforms
The government is preparing a phased roadmap to rollout the South African Wholesale Electricity Market (SAWEM) with the aim of transitioning towards a competitive power sector while maintaining State oversight of grid stability and pricing.
Energy Vault, South African utility Eskom partner on gravity-based LDES projects
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IFC and EDF sign $40mn deal to expand solar power projects across Africa
The World Bank’s IFC and French utility EDF have signed a $40mn financing agreement to expand distributed solar projects across Africa, targeting commercial and industrial users seeking alternatives to unreliable grids and expensive diesel power.
Kenya land dispute delays tea-sector hydropower investment in Bomet
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Nigeria’s Lagos State moves to criminalise unmetered power supply as electricity deficit deepens
Nigeria’s Lagos State plans to begin enforcing a law criminalising electricity supply without prepaid meters from 2026, as authorities intensify reforms to tackle chronic estimated billing and an electricity deficit estimated at about 11,000MW.
Nigeria's Dangote holds talks with Norway's sovereign wealth fund on joint African investments
Aliko Dangote has held discussions with executives from Norway’s sovereign wealth fund, Yara International and Scatec, on investment opportunities across Africa spanning energy, renewables, fertiliser, agriculture and industrial infrastruce
Anthem reaches financial close on 20MW Eswatini solar project
South African renewable energy developer Anthem has reached financial close on the 20MW Tsamela solar PV project in Eswatini, marking a milestone in the country’s efforts to expand domestic electricity generation.
Chinese energy giant Ming Yang secures licence for Ethiopia renewables project
Ming Yang Smart Energy has secured an investment licence for a multibillion-dollar renewable energy and green industrial project in Ethiopia that includes 8.4GW of wind and solar capacity alongside planned green ammonia and equipment investments.
Nigeria power plants 31% capacity in April despite stronger dispatch
Nigeria’s grid-connected power plants operated at only 31% of installed capacity in April, as persistent voltage and frequency instability continued to expose structural weaknesses in the system despite a modest rise in available generation.
IFC considers $40mn investment in African clean energy platform FEI
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Kenya among markets to watch as Africa continues to build momentum in wind energy development
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Nigeria’s Dangote targets 20,000MW power project
Nigerian billionaire Aliko Dangote has announced plans for a major expansion into domestic power generation with a proposed 20,000MW project that would exceed the country’s current dependable electricity supply
Nigeria’s Enugu State plans 660MW coal-fired power plant as governor targets $30bn economy
Enugu State’s governor is betting that locally sourced coal and new electricity market reforms can deliver cheaper and more reliable power for businesses and households.
Nigerian DisCos lift collection efficiency despite weaker billing in February
Nigeria’s electricity distribution companies improved billing and collection efficiency in February 2026 despite weaker power supply and lower total billings, according to NERC data.
MCA inaugurates Africa’s largest off-grid solar park in Angola
Portugal’s MCA has inaugurated a 31.85MW off-grid solar park paired with 75.26MWh of battery storage in Angola, strengthening rural electrification efforts and setting a new continental record for standalone solar generation
Afrox signs 10-year renewable power deal with Discovery Green for South African unit
Afrox (JSE:AFX), a producer and distributor of industrial, medical and specialty gases and part of Linde plc, has signed a 10-year PPA with Discovery Green to supply renewable electricity to its Kuilsriver air separation unit near Cape Town.
Mozambique resumes LNG projects as industry pushes for inclusive growth
Industry leaders emphasise that long-term success of Mozambique LNG sector development depends on inclusive growth, local participation and stronger community engagement.
Nigeria DisCos’ revenue rises to $1.69bn as power sector performance weakens
Electricity distribution companies in Nigeria recorded a rise in revenue to NGN2.31 trillion ($1.69bn) in 2025, despite weaker generation performance and continued service challenges across the power sector.
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