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Morocco to invest $7bn in energy projects over coming three years
Moroccan Energy Minister Leila Benali has said the government plans to invest $7bn in the country’s energy network to add 9 GW to its installed capacity by 2027 to reach a total of 20 GW.
Nigerian Senate approves taking $500mn loan to improve electric metering
The Nigerian Senate has given the green light to President Bola Tinubu’s request for a $500mn loan, aimed at bolstering the country’s electricity sector.
Uganda in talks with China’s Sinohydro to supply power to South Sudan
Uganda is in talks with Chinese firm Sinohydro Corporation Limited for the development of a $180mn power transmission line to allow Kampala to export electricity to South Sudan.
Kinetiko Energy produces electricity from its South Africa onshore gas field
ASX-listed company Kinetiko Energy (Kinetiko) has made history by becoming the first to generate electricity from locally-produced, onshore gas in South Africa.
US development finance institution DFC commits $412mn to build Sierra Leone power station
The US funding package includes a $292mn loan for an 83MW gas-fueled power station in Freetown and $120mn in political risk insurance to attract private investment.
Ghana not to present first lithium mining agreement to parliament for ratification until after recess
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Renewables surpass 30% of global electricity supply
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South Africa’s Eskom refutes claims of excessive diesel-burning to keep lights on pre-election
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Corbetti Geothermal begins exploratory drilling in Ethiopia following PPA extension
Corbetti Geothermal PLC (CGPLC) has announced the commencement of an exploratory drilling programme for its geothermal project in Ethiopia, following the extension of its Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with state-owned utility EEP.
Zimbabwean PGM producer Zimplats invests $789mn in developing solar farm, additional mines
Paris-based Voltalia secures contract for 130MW solar plant in Tunisia
Voltalia has secured a contract to build a 130MW photovoltaic near the Gafsa and to operate it jointly with state power utility STEG for 30 years.
Egypt tenders for 8.2 MW solar plant project in Siwa Oasis
Egyptian Electricity Holding Company (EEHC) has launched a tender for the design, building and operation of a 8.2MW solar plant and 2 MW/4MWh battery energy storage system (BESS) with a May 31 deadline for submissions.
Namibia receives $139mn World Bank loan to boost power transmission infrastructure
The World Bank has extended a $139mn loan to Namibia to help the southwest African nation improve its electricity transmission network.
Turkey's YEO to launch solar-plus-storage project in Zambia in partnership with GEI Power
Zambian sustainable energy company GEI Power is partnering with Turkey’s YEO to develop a 60 MW solar plant with a 20 MWh battery energy storage system (BESS) in the Choma district of the African country.
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