The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Tajudeen Abbas, has said that Nigeria is playing a major role in the effort to provide electricity to 300 million Africans by …
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The Federal Government is set to launch a Green Mortgage Scheme in collaboration with the German Development Cooperation (GIZ) to promote energy-efficient and climate-smart housing in Nigeria. This initiative was …
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Nigeria Faces Big Energy Challenges but Sees Hope in Gas, Solar, and Power Reforms
Nigeria, one of Africa’s biggest economies, is currently facing serious power problems, even though it has huge energy resources. With a population of over 200 million people and rich oil …
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ROGEAP, Ecobank to Train 50 SMEs in Solar Energy Business
The Regional Off-Grid Electricity Access Project (ROGEAP), in collaboration with Ecobank Nigeria, has announced plans to train 50 small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in the solar energy sector through a …
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UAE’s Africa push prompts cautious optimism
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has now become the biggest foreign investor in Africa’s new business projects, with a total commitment of $110 billion between 2019 and 2023. Out of …
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The South African green investor who took on Trump – and won
South African businesswoman, Linda Mabhena-Olagunju, is fast becoming a big name in the renewable energy world, both in Africa and around the globe. Born and raised in a small village …
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Hamzat Laments ‘Crazy Billing’ as Electricity Bill Jumps from N2.7m to N29m, Despite Prepaid Meter Purchase
The Deputy Governor of Lagos State, Dr. Obafemi Hamzat, has expressed outrage over what he described as “crazy electricity billing” after his residence received a staggering N29 million power bill …
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Kenya’s Green Energy Boom: EVs, Hydrogen and Autogas Drive Investment Surge
Kenya is fast becoming one of Africa’s most attractive destinations for clean energy investment, with new figures from the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) showing rapid growth in electric …
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South Africa: The EU announces a €4.7 billion investment plan
The European Union has announced a major investment of €4.7 billion in South Africa. This money will be used to support the country’s transition to green energy and boost vaccine …
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African energy: Opportunities and challenges presented by Russia’s investments
Africa’s energy sector is drawing attention from powerful global players, with Russia positioning itself as a key partner. The continent, rich in oil, gas, and other natural resources, stands at …