In December 18, 2024, Kenya and Tanzania experienced widespread power outages, leaving millions without electricity in the early hours of the morning. The Tanzania Electric Supply Company Limited (TANESCO) reported that the outages began around 12:12 a.m. due to a fault in the national grid system. The issue disrupted power supplies across several regions. Similarly,…
The African Development Bank (AfDB) has invested $10 million in the Arm-Harith Investment Fund for Sustainable Infrastructure to support renewable energy and critical infrastructure projects across West Africa. This investment is part of a larger strategy to encourage private sector involvement in sustainable development and address the region’s energy and infrastructure challenges. Millions of people…
TotalEnergies and Hutchinson have partnered to develop a solar energy project in Morocco, marking a key step in the global shift towards renewable energy. This collaboration aims to reduce Hutchinson’s environmental footprint while improving energy efficiency, aligning with Morocco’s renewable energy ambitions. The project will feature a solar capacity of 1.7 MWp, utilizing 2,850 high-performance…
In a landmark development for regional energy integration, the Dangote Refinery has successfully exported its first consignment of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly known as petrol, to Cameroon. This milestone, achieved in collaboration with Neptune Oil, marks the first-ever export of refined petroleum products from Africa’s largest oil refinery, located in Lagos, Nigeria. The shipment…
Former President John Mahama of Ghana has made a notable comeback, winning the presidential election with 56.6% of the votes against Vice President Mahamudu Bawumia. The victory, which marks the largest margin in 24 years, comes after Mahama spent eight years in opposition. His return to power has sparked a mix of celebration and skepticism…
Uganda is advancing its oil sector with the development of a $4 billion oil refinery in Kabaale, Hoima District. The project is designed to process 60,000 barrels of oil per day and aims to enhance the country’s energy independence while creating numerous job opportunities. The refinery will not only serve Uganda’s domestic fuel needs but…
Mitsui & Co., in collaboration with TotalEnergies and the government of Mozambique, is gearing up to resume construction on the $20 billion Mozambique LNG project. Halted since 2021 due to violent unrest in Cabo Delgado province, the project is now set to move forward following notable improvements in regional security. Mitsui’s CEO, Kenichi Hori, confirmed…
Kenya Electricity Generating Company (KenGen) is taking bold steps to develop an additional 800 megawatts (MW) of geothermal energy, reaffirming its leadership in Africa’s green energy transition. The initiative is part of a larger goal to add 1,500 MW of renewable energy to the national grid by 2030. With over 90% of Kenya’s electricity already…
Kenya’s National Assembly Committee has proposed a major shift in how the country manages electricity pricing by recommending that future Power Purchasing Agreements (PPAs) be denominated in Kenyan Shillings instead of foreign currencies. The recommendation aims to tackle rising electricity costs, which are heavily influenced by exchange rate fluctuations. Led by Mwala MP Vincent Musyoka,…
Kenya Power is facing challenges as it plans to ration electricity due to rising demand and aging infrastructure. The company has reported frequent power outages across the country, raising concerns among businesses and consumers. The issue escalated recently following a nationwide blackout, prompting Energy Cabinet Secretary Davis Chirchir to announce that load shedding would be…
