Written By: Faith Jemosop After decades defined by conflict and instability, Somalia is emerging as a potential energy giant. A major oil and gas exploration deal with Turkey has shifted global attention to its vast untapped offshore reserves, triggering geopolitical ripples and raising hopes of economic rebirth. For years, Somalia stood as a symbol of…
Written By: Faith Jemosop 1. BlueNova Energy (South Africa) Specialty: Lithium Iron Phosphate (LiFePO₄) batteries Use Case: Residential, commercial, telecom backup Why it’s top: South Africa’s leading lithium battery maker, BlueNova offers durable, locally manufactured energy storage solutions designed for harsh African conditions. Known for high cycle life and safety, they are widely used in…
Written By: Faith Jemosop Load Shedding Forecast, What to Expect This Week It’s 7:13 PM in Johannesburg. You’re in the middle of dinner prep, the news murmurs in the background, and then, click. Darkness. Again. The familiar frustration floods in. Is load shedding happening today in South Africa? Why now? Why again? As temperatures dip…
Written By: Faith Jemosop Africa faces a dual crisis, a mounting waste problem and chronic electricity shortages. Waste-to-energy (WtE) technology could be the game changing solution to both if the continent is ready to harness it. Every year, Africa generates over 125 million tonnes of solid waste, a figure expected to double by 2025, according…
Written By: Faith Jemosop When the first shots of Sudan’s civil war rang out in April 2023, few could have predicted just how deeply the conflict would undermine the country’s already fragile energy infrastructure. But two years in, the war between the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) has plunged Sudan’s…
Written By: By Jemosop Faith, Faith specializes in energy, climate, and renewables, transforming complex policy discussions into accessible, everyday conversations, she is a writer at Africa Digest News backed by 2+ years of focused experience A significant moment unfolded in the corridors of Ghana’s Ministry of Finance, one that could redefine the trajectory of Ghana’s…
Uganda Energy Growth Sparks Nile Tensions. Uganda’s recent unveiling of a Chinese-built hydroelectric plant marks a significant milestone in its quest for energy security. This project, poised to boost the nation’s power output, arrives amid a complex backdrop of regional politics and infrastructure development debates. However, questions linger about the project’s long-term viability and the…
New reports reveal that Africa’s energy efficiency policies are starting to show real results, with an average improvement in energy use of around 1.6% per year from 2022 to 2024. This is a big jump from the previous decade, where the rate was less than half of this. The International Energy Agency (IEA) credits this…
Simba Corporation, a leading Kenyan automotive company, recently delivered the first all-electric Mahindra XUV400 SUVs to Kenya Power, the national electricity provider. This landmark deal signifies a crucial step forward in Kenya’s journey towards sustainable transportation and cleaner energy. The delivery of two electric SUVs represents a tangible commitment from both companies to promote electric…
Akinwumi Adesina, the charismatic leader at the helm of the African Development Bank (AfDB), is a force of nature shaping Africa’s destiny. He is redefining the continent’s development trajectory with bold vision and unwavering determination. Adesina’s audacious plan transcends traditional models, focusing on unlocking Africa’s boundless potential and addressing the foundations of sustainable development. This…
