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South Africa’s IPP boom set to deliver record 4.1 GW in 2026
South Africa is on course to add a record 4.1 GW of independent power producer (IPP) capacity in 2026, more than double the previous annual record, as private electricity projects increasingly move into commercial operation.
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Ghana’s GRIDCo carries out emergency repairs after tanker blast damages Accra transmission tower
Ghana Grid Company Limited carried out emergency repairs on a major transmission line serving Accra on August 16 after a fuel tanker explosion damaged a high-voltage tower at Ashaiman, forcing a 15-hour power interruption in parts of the capital.
Sierra Leone begins grid work for $417mn NANT power project
Sierra Leone's Electricity Distribution and Supply Authority (EDSA) has begun work to prepare the national grid for the 108.4MW NANT power project, a major generation development expected to begin supplying electricity in the third quarter of 2027.
Ghana's proposed 1.5GW Buipe solar complex enters environmental review
The project is envisaged in three phases of 100MW, 500MW and 900MW, with the 250MWh battery energy storage system planned as part of the initial 100MW phase to support grid stability.
South Africa's 420MW private wind cluster supporting mining operations targets year-end operation
A 420MW cluster of three private wind farms in South Africa that will supply mining operations is expected to enter commercial operation before the end of 2026 despite construction delays caused by unusually heavy rainfall.
Zimbabwe power utility struggles to clear $430m debt
The Zimbabwe Electricity Transmission and Distribution Company (ZETDC) is struggling to settle a $430mn debt owed to Hwange Electricity Supply Company (HESCO), the joint venture that operates Hwange Thermal Power Station's Units 7 and 8.
Senegal signs Huawei deal for 100MW solar and battery projects
Senegal's state electricity company Senelec has signed an agreement with Chinese technology group Huawei to develop 100MW of solar capacity with battery storage as the West African country accelerates investment in renewable power.
Africa needs $30bn grid investment to keep pace with rising power demand
An estimated $30bn investment in grid infrastructure will be required to strengthen transmission systems, integrate new generation capacity and support a more interconnected African electricity market.
UCT study warns of heavy costs to South African economy from rapid Sasol Secunda shutdown
A rapid shutdown of South African energy and chemicals company Sasol's (JSE: SOL; NYSE: SSL) Secunda coal-to-liquids complex could carry substantial economic and energy-security costs, University of Cape Town researchers have warned.
South Africa's Ramokgopa says coal 'going nowhere' as cleaner technologies explored
South Africa will keep coal as a significant part of its electricity mix while exploring technologies to reduce its environmental impact, Electricity and Energy Minister Kgosientsho Ramokgopa said.
Ramaphosa sets next Eskom restructuring goals as South Africa targets grid expansion
President Cyril Ramaphosa has outlined the next phase of Eskom restructuring while highlighting South Africa’s planned 14,500-km transmission build-out as an industrialisation opportunity.
Lotus restarts uranium processing at Malawi's Kayelekera mine
Lotus Resources (ASX: LOT; OTCQX: LTSRF) has restarted uranium processing and sulphuric acid production at its Kayelekera mine in northern Malawi after operations were halted in June by acid supply disruptions and other problems.
Scatec completes Africa’s largest hybrid solar and battery project in Egypt
Norwegian renewable power producer Scatec (OSL: SCATC) has reached commercial operations date (COD) on the final phase of its Obelisk project in Egypt, completing what the company describes as Africa’s largest hybrid solar and battery installation.
Zambia commissions first solar-hydro hybrid power plant
The solar plant is designed to operate alongside the existing Lunsemfwa hydropower station and supply electricity to the national grid, helping diversify a power system that has historically depended heavily on hydropower.
UAE’s GSU opens 50MW solar plant in Central African Republic
The Sakaï plant, near the capital Bangui, comprises more than 80,000 solar panels and a 15MWh battery energy storage system designed to improve grid stability and electricity availability.
Eskom courts Amazon, Microsoft and Google as South Africa power surplus grows
South Africa’s Eskom is courting Amazon, Microsoft and Google parent Alphabet as potential customers for its electricity surplus.
South Africa’s Ramaphosa moves to open expansion of national grid to private investors
South Africa is moving to establish an independent transmission operator outside state utility Eskom while opening grid expansion to private investors
Ghana power utility saves millions after slashing IT contract fees
State-owned Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) is saving GHS13.2mn ($1.1mn) a month after renegotiating its contract with local IT company Hubtel, cutting commission charges from 3% to 1.65%.
IMF urges Ghana to keep quarterly power tariff reviews
Kenya Power warns rapid wind, solar growth is straining grid
Kenya’s national electricity utility has warned that the rapid expansion of wind and solar power is putting pressure on the stability and reliability of the country’s electricity grid
Six Chinese equipment makers express interest in South Africa’s $136bn energy programme
Six Chinese energy-sector equipment manufacturers have expressed interest in South Africa’s energy infrastructure programme following a week-long investment mission to China.
Ghana's Bui Power Authority posts $66mn profit
Ghana's state-owned Bui Power Authority (BPA) posted a net profit of $66.2mn on revenue of $145.9mn last year, but cash flow remains squeezed by unpaid bills from its main customer, the company's chief executive said.
Tanzania court awards $8m legal costs to IPTL, Pan Africa Power Solutions
Tanzania’s Court of Appeal has awarded Independent Power Tanzania Limited (IPTL) and Pan Africa Power Solutions (T) Limited $8mn in legal costs after striking out an appeal by Standard Chartered Bank (Hong Kong) Limited and StanChart Bank Malaysia
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