Algeria Tenders Two 200 MW Wind Projects in Laghouat and Djelfa Algeria has launched a tender for two wind farms with a combined capacity of 200 megawatts (MW), advancing its efforts to diversify electricity generation and expand renewable energy production. State-owned electricity and gas utility Sonelgaz, through Sonelgaz Renewable Energy, issued the national and international tender on 30 September 2026. The projects will comprise two 100 MW wind farms, one in Tilghemt in Laghouat Province
Côte d’Ivoire Secures €55.5 Million Financing for 50 MW Kong Solar Project Côte d’Ivoire has secured €55.5 million in financing from Dutch development bank FMO for the construction of a 50-megawatt-peak (MWp) solar power plant near Kong in the country’s northern region. The financing will support the development of the Kong solar project, led by Kong Solaire SAS, a project company backed by Africa Via, AXIAN Group and the Private Infrastructure Development Group (PIDG) through
Zambia’s US$90 Million Maamba Solar Project Begins Power Injection to Strengthen Energy Security Zambia has begun receiving electricity from the 100-megawatt (MW) Maamba Solar photovoltaic (PV) project in Sinazongwe District, Southern Province, as the country steps up efforts to diversify its energy mix and strengthen power supply. The project, developed by Maamba Solar Energy Limited (MSEL), injected electricity into the national grid for the first time on September 24, 2026, marking the start of its
US Engineering Firm KBR Expands Libya Operations Across Oil, Gas and Renewable Energy US engineering company KBR is expanding its presence in Libya, exploring opportunities in renewable energy while continuing to pursue oil, gas and refining projects in the North African country. The company has held discussions with Libya’s Renewable Energy Authority on potential clean energy contracts as the country seeks to modernise its energy infrastructure and develop renewable power projects. The talks form part
Ivanhoe Mines’ Kamoa-Kakula Copper Complex Reduces Diesel Use as 60 MW Solar-Battery System Reaches Full Capacity Kamoa-Kakula, the copper mining complex in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), has reduced diesel consumption by its on-site generators by 40% following the commissioning of new solar power and battery storage facilities. According to third-quarter results released by Ivanhoe Mines on 8 October 2026, diesel consumption fell by 40% in September compared with July as the solar
DRC’s Kamoa-Kakula Begins 24/7 Solar Power From 233MW Renewable Energy System The Kamoa-Kakula Copper Complex in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has begun receiving round-the-clock electricity from a 233 MWp solar farm and 526 MWh battery storage system, strengthening power security at one of Africa’s largest copper operations. The facility reached commercial operation on 12 August 2026 and is designed to provide at least 30MW of continuous electricity, including during periods when the solar
Central African Republic Inaugurates 50 MW Solar Plant with Battery Storage to Boost Electricity Supply The Central African Republic (CAR) has inaugurated a 50 MW solar photovoltaic plant with 15 MWh of battery storage at Sakaï, southwest of the capital Bangui, marking a major step in the country’s efforts to expand electricity generation and improve grid reliability. Developed by UAE-based Global South Utilities (GSU), the facility features more than 80,000 solar panels and 156 inverters.
Zambia Approves $971.5 Million in Energy Projects Amid Power Deficit Zambia’s Energy Regulation Board (ERB) has approved energy-sector investments worth approximately ZMW18.4 billion ($971.5 million), covering electricity, renewable energy and downstream petroleum activities. The approvals include 23 licences, 20 construction permits and additional licence inclusions, marking a significant expansion of investment activity across Zambia’s energy sector. The authorised projects cover renewable energy equipment manufacturing and supply, petroleum transportation and distribution, lubricant imports and blending, as
Uganda Energises 24 MWp Ituka Solar Plant as West Nile Gains New Grid Power Uganda has taken a major step towards expanding renewable electricity supply in the West Nile region after the 24 MWp Ituka Solar PV project was energised and began feeding initial power into the national grid. Developed by AMEA Power through its subsidiary Ituka West Nile Uganda Limited, the project is located in Madi Okollo District and is expected to become the
Angola’s Renewable Power Push: PRODEL Targets Cleaner and More Reliable Energy Supply Angola is accelerating its shift towards renewable energy, with the state-owned Public Electricity Production Company (PRODEL) highlighting the growing role of clean power in the country’s electricity mix. PRODEL President Pedro Afonso said renewable sources currently account for around 91% of energy consumed across Angola, placing the country among the African nations with the highest proportion of clean energy in domestic consumption. The
