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South Africa's Eskom selects Thyspunt as preferred site for nuclear plant amid heritage risk
South Africa’s state-owned utility Eskom has identified Thyspunt on the Eastern Cape coast as the preferred site for a proposed 5,200MW nuclear power station, according to a draft environmental scoping report.
South African utility Eskom agrees tariff cut with Glencore-Merafe to support smelters
Eskom has agreed a 62c/kWh electricity tariff with ferrochrome producers, aiming to stabilise South Africa’s energy-intensive smelting sector while supporting industrial output and managing its own financial recovery.
Sawa Energy raises $10mn to expand solar and storage projects across East Africa
Sawa Energy, an East Africa-focused developer of solar and battery systems, has secured $10mn (€8.6mn) in debt financing to expand its commercial and industrial energy portfolio across the region.
South Africa showcases green hydrogen roadmap at UNIDO conference
South Africa has outlined a roadmap to develop a green hydrogen industry aimed at exporting to major global markets amid rising demand while calling for greater funding and technical support.
Namibian rail operator TransNamib pilots hydrogen-powered locomotive, seeks pivot from diesel engines
TransNamib Holdings (TransNamib), Namibia’s state-owned rail company, has launched a six-month trial run for a locomotive powered by hydrogen and diesel in partnership with Belgian giant CMB. TECH (EBR: CMBT).
ASX-listed Askari Metals discovers huge lithium deposit in Namibia
Askari Metals Limited (ASX: AS2) has declared a polymetallic find at its wholly-owned project in Namibia, with tin and lithium mineralisation exceeding traditional cut-off thresholds.
AEC moves to join landmark climate case to safeguard Africa’s energy interests
The African Energy Chamber (AEC) has applied to participate in a major climate-related case as amicus curiae before the African Court on Human and Peoples’ Rights.
Nigerian GenCos seek clarity on $2.39bn power debt settlement
Nigeria’s electricity generation companies have welcomed the federal government’s plan to clear long-running power sector debts but are questioning how officials arrived at the NGN3.3 trillion ($2.39bn) settlement figure
AfDB-backed scheme channels $11.3mn into African mini-grids
A joint programme led by the African Development Bank Group and the Nordic Development Fund is directing $11.3mn into renewable mini-grid projects across 14 African countries to expand electricity access in underserved areas
Nigeria’s $2.1bn power debt plan faces credibility test as GenCos report no payments
Nigeria has renewed approval of a $2.1bn plan to settle power sector debts, but generation companies say no payments have been received, raising doubts over implementation as gas shortages and falling output deepen the country’s electricity crisis.
Nigeria’s Heirs Energies backs African entrepreneurship with $10mn investment
Nigerian indigenous integrated energy company Heirs Energies has allocated $10mn to 2,000 African start-ups in support of the Tony Elumelu Foundation’s (TEF).
Ghana joins boycott of Africa Energies Summit amid concerns over exclusion and representation
Ghana has decided to withdraw from the Africa Energies Summit following a call by the African Energy Chamber (AEC) to boycott the event in London over representation concerns.
Ethiopia secures $13.1bn in deals led by $10bn Ming Yang investment into green ammonia project
Ethiopia has signed investment agreements and MoUs worth $13.1bn, including a $10bn planned investment by a Chinese company in green ammonia production and electrical equipment manufacturing projects.
South Africa’s Mulilo to invest $885mn in 716MW solar and storage projects
Mulilo plans to invest ZAR15bn ($885mn) to build 716MW of solar and battery storage capacity in South Africa, targeting grid supply constraints and supporting the country’s shift towards private-sector renewable energy as power shortages persist.
Nigeria’s gas dilemma: abundant reserves, limited domestic delivery
Despite its vast proven natural gas reserves of almost 210 trillion cubic feet, Nigeria has been unable to harness sufficient gas for its domestic economy or export market.
DZGM Energy Resources secures power purchase agreement for 100MW hybrid power plant in Zambia
Zambia’s state-owned power utility, Zesco, has signed a power purchase agreement with DZGM Energy Resources (DZGM) for a 100-megawatt (MW) solar-wind hybrid project in the country.
Nigeria’s solar imports jump to 2.9mn panels as power crisis deepens
Persistent electricity shortages are driving Nigeria to import 2.9mn solar panels worth NGN435.5bn ($314.4mn), signalling a rapid shift towards off-grid energy solutions
Atomic Eagle says Zambia key for stable global uranium supply
Atomic Eagle (ASX:AEU; FRA:6QZ0), a uranium-focused exploration and development company, said Zambia is well positioned to help meet rising global demand for the nuclear fuel, citing its stable operating environment and resource base.
Ivory Coast secures funding for 52MWp Sokhoro solar plant
Ivory Coast has reached financial close on the 52MWp Sokhoro solar project, enabling construction of one of the country’s largest solar power plants as it seeks to expand renewable energy capacity.
Nigeria power dispute exposes deeper grid failures
A deepening dispute between Nigeria’s electricity generation and distribution companies is exposing structural weaknesses behind the country’s persistent blackouts.
Green Climate Fund allocates $440mn seven African projects supporting low-carbon development
The Green Climate Fund approved $440mn in financing for seven African projects, aiming to mobilise $1.1bn in co-financing as the continent faces a widening climate investment gap.
Sun King to invest $150mn in Ethiopia solar rollout targeting 2mn users
Sun King will invest $150mn in Ethiopia’s off-grid solar sector under an MoU with the Ethiopian Investment Commission, targeting more than 2mn households as the country seeks to expand energy access.
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