BRILHO Programme Empowers 2.2 Million Mozambicans with Renewable Energy Access

The BRILHO Programme, designed to foster sustainability and provide universal access to clean energy, has benefitted over 2.2 million Mozambicans in the first quarter of this year. According to program officials, 1,332,230 individuals have gained access to solar systems, while 920,790 people have benefited from improved cooking solutions, resulting in a reduction of over 560,000 tonnes of carbon dioxide emissions. In addition to providing clean energy access, the BRILHO Programme has facilitated economic empowerment by

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AMEA Power Secures 20-Year PPA for Doornhoek Solar PV Project in South Africa

Renewable energy firm AMEA Power, headquartered in the UAE, has announced the signing of a 20-year Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with Eskom, a major South African utility company, for the 120-megawatt Doornhoek Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Project. The project, awarded under Bid Window 6 of the Renewable Energy Independent Power Producer Procurement Programme (REIPPPP), was developed by a consortium led by AMEA Power in partnership with local entities. AMEA Power holds the majority share in the

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China Dominates Global Investment in Solar Module Manufacturing

According to a report released today by the International Energy Agency (IEA), China maintained its stronghold on the global investment landscape in photovoltaic solar module manufacturing, accounting for 80% of global investment in 2023. The IEA’s findings suggest that China’s leadership in this sector is unlikely to change in the near future. The report paints an optimistic picture of the capacity of factories worldwide to produce solar installations necessary to achieve climate goals by 2030.

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Ivory Coast Advances Solar Energy Projects

The Ivory Coast plans to start building the Ferke Solar power plant in Sokoro, costing $63.5 million and boasting a 52 MW capacity. Government spokesperson Amadou Coulibaly revealed in April that construction will kick off in the second quarter of 2024, with operations targeted for the third quarter of 2025. The project, named Ferke Solar, originates from a January 2024 agreement signed with renewable energy firm PFO Africa, backed by Germany and the European Union.

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COTTCO Embarks on $3.5 Million Investment for Solar Power and Oil Processing Facilities

The Cotton Company of Zimbabwe (COTTCO) is set to enhance its operational efficiency and revenue generation through a $3.5 million investment in the development of an oil expression plant and a solar power facility. Scheduled for completion by Q4 – 2024, the 1.2 MW solar power facility in Muzarabani aims to strengthen energy security for COTTCO’s cotton processing operations. Meanwhile, a $1.5 million investment will fund the construction of an oil processing facility in Gokwe,

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Burkina Faso Gets $48M Boost for Donsin Solar Plant

Burkina Faso has received a US$48 million boost from the Export-Import Bank of China to aid in the development of the Donsin solar power plant project and its accompanying electricity storage system. The project involves the construction of a 25 MW solar power plant at the Donsin airport site, located in the council of Loumbila in central Burkina Faso. Additionally, a 5 MW/20 MWh battery electricity storage system will be installed. This initiative underscores Burkina

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GameChange Solar Snags 500 MW in Southern Africa

GameChange Solar to Power Southern Africa with 500 MW Solar Projects Using Genius TrackerTM Technology”. These projects are strategically positioned to enhance energy supply across the region, supporting the diversification of the energy mix to help ensure a stable electricity supply, including critical mining operations. Three of the projects are in South Africa, including a Risk Mitigation Independent Power Producer Programme (RMIPPP) project in the Northern Cape and two private sector projects to supply electricity for

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Ivory Coast Boosts Renewable Energy with New Solar Projects

The Ivory Coast is set to begin construction of the $63.5 million Ferke Solar power plant in Sokoro, which will have an installed capacity of 52 MW. Announced by government spokesperson Amadou Coulibaly in April, the project will commence in the second quarter of 2024 and is expected to be operational by the third quarter of 2025. Named Ferke Solar, the project stems from an agreement signed in January 2024 with renewable energy company PFO Africa

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ENGIE Energy Access Empowers Rural Communities with Clean Energy in Benin

ENGIE Energy Access proudly announces the inauguration of its inaugural mini-grid project, the Dohouè MySol Grid, in the village of Dohouè in southern Benin. Equipped with 135 kWp of solar panels and 130 kWh of lithium-ion battery storage, the Dohouè MySol Grid now brings renewable energy to over 1,500 residents and local businesses, marking a significant milestone in the region’s journey toward sustainable development. In collaboration with the Beninese Agency for Rural Electrification and Energy

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Botala Energy and AAAS Energy to Collaborate on Major Solar Project in Botswana

Botala Energy Ltd. (ASX:BTE) has partnered with AAAS Energy BV, a solar developer focusing on Sub-Saharan Africa, to explore the potential for installing up to 250 MW of solar capacity at an energy hub currently under development in Botswana. Located near the town of Palapye, the Leupane Energy Hub and Industrial Park, operated by Botala, is envisioned as the site for this ambitious solar project. With plans to expand, the hub could eventually accommodate up

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