Western Lenders Face Accusations of Bias in Africa’s Energy
The African Energy Chamber (AEC) is protesting what it deems discriminatory practices by Western lenders…
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Burundi’s New Substation Increases Energy Access by 7%
Burundi inaugurated its largest electricity substation today. The new facility, strategically located in Rubirizi, is…
How CS Opiyo Wandayi Plans to Cut Kenya’s Electricity Costs
Newly appointed Energy and Petroleum Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi has vowed to reduce electricity costs…
EPRA Maintains VAT on Fuel Despite Court Ruling and Rising Prices
The Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) has once again opted not to lower the…
Kenya Power Favors KenGen, REREC Over IPPs in Energy Shift
In a bid to address persistently high electricity costs, Kenya’s power distributor has renegotiated 26…
How Kenya’s New Net Metering Rules Could Transform Renewables
Kenya has ushered in a new era of energy independence with the introduction of its…
South Africa’s Bold Moves to Fund Renewable Grid Upgrades
South Africa’s ambitious renewable energy goals are being hampered by a significant challenge: the need…
Is Corporate Commitment to ESG Sustainability Shifting?
For years, the corporate world has appeared united in a push toward a greener, more…
Kenya’s Latest Electricity Hike Linked to Fuel cost, Forex
Kenyan households and businesses are facing yet another increase in electricity bills this August, with…
Ketraco’s 132kV Narok-Bomet Line Set to Transform Kenya
Kenya Electricity Transmission Company (Ketraco) has taken a significant step forward in enhancing the country’s…