Mozambique Restarts 30 MW Dondo Solar Tender to Expand Renewable Energy Capacity and Attract Private Investment The Government of Mozambique has relaunched the tender process for a 30 MW solar photovoltaic project in the Dondo district of Sofala Province as part of ongoing efforts to expand the country’s renewable energy capacity. The Ministry of Mineral Resources and Energy is overseeing the process in partnership with the Energy Regulatory Authority. The tender includes a request for
Renewvia Energy to Invest $750M in Solar Mini-Grids Across Uganda, Rwanda, Ethiopia, and DR Congo to Expand Electricity Access in Sub-Saharan Africa Renewvia Energy Corp. is accelerating its expansion of solar-powered mini-grid projects across Africa as energy companies intensify efforts to address the continent’s persistent electricity shortage. The Atlanta-based renewable energy firm plans to enter Uganda, Rwanda, Ethiopia, and the Democratic Republic of Congo. The expansion is expected to require approximately $750 million in investment
Angola Inaugurates Luau Solar Park to Boost Clean Energy, Rural Electrification, and Lobito Corridor Growth The Angolan government has described the newly inaugurated Luau Photovoltaic Solar Park as a strategic asset for both national electrification and the development of the Lobito Corridor, emphasizing its role in driving progress, inclusion, and sustainable growth. Speaking at the inauguration ceremony, Minister of Energy and Water João Baptista Borges highlighted the significance of the project, calling it a transformative
Angola Expands Clean Energy Mix with Luau Solar Park, Powering 20,000+ Homes The MCA Group has praised the Angolan government’s strategy of investing in renewable and environmentally friendly energy, highlighting that ongoing and completed projects demonstrate a clear commitment to a sustainable energy transition. Elisabete Alves, Chair of MCA Angola, described the approach as forward-looking and effective, noting that the government is developing a balanced energy mix by maximizing the country’s hydroelectric and solar potential.
Angola Saves 200 Billion Kwanzas Annually as Solar Projects Replace Diesel Power Plants Angola is significantly reducing energy costs and fuel consumption through the expansion of solar power projects, with annual savings estimated at around 200 billion kwanzas, according to PRODEL. José Salles, Director of Projects at PRODEL, said the transition from diesel-fired thermal plants to photovoltaic (solar) facilities is delivering substantial economic and environmental benefits. He noted that the shift is cutting fuel consumption
Zambia Secures $246M Solar Investment as Nambala Project Expansion Targets 350MW Capacity The Zambia Development Agency (ZDA) and Sunshare Energy Limited (SEL) have signed a $246 million Investment Promotion and Protection Agreement (IPPA) to expand the Nambala Solar Power Plant in Mumbwa, in a move aimed at accelerating Zambia’s renewable energy development. The agreement supports Phase II of the project, which will add 250 megawatts (MW) to the existing facility. This follows Phase I a
Angola Launches 31.85MW Luau Solar Park to Power 20,000 Homes and Expand National Electrification Angola’s President João Lourenço has inaugurated the Luau Photovoltaic Solar Park in Moxico Province, a major renewable energy project aimed at expanding electricity access in eastern Angola. The facility features 54,912 solar panels and is expected to supply power to more than 20,500 households, benefiting around 94,000 people. It has an installed capacity of 31.85 megawatts and 79 megawatt-hours of battery
Namibia Seeks Chinese Investment in Green Hydrogen, Renewable Energy and Mineral Beneficiation Drive Namibia is stepping up efforts to attract Chinese investment into its growing green hydrogen and renewable energy sector, positioning its abundant solar and wind resources as a foundation for future industrial development. During an official visit to China, Minister of International Relations and Trade Selma Ashipala-Musavyi emphasised that a stable and diversified energy mix will be essential for long-term economic growth. She
Botswana Launches 500MW Solar + 500MWh Storage Project to Cut Power Imports and Boost Energy Security Botswana has signed a 30-year power purchase agreement for a 500-megawatt (MW) solar photovoltaic plant with 500 megawatt-hour (MWh) battery storage in Maun, marking the country’s largest renewable energy project to date. The agreement was formalised during a groundbreaking ceremony attended by President Duma Boko, who described the project as a shift from planning to implementation in Botswana’s energy
South Africa Secures €200M German Loan to Upgrade Grid and Expand Renewable Energy and Green Hydrogen Projects Germany and South Africa have agreed on a €200 million ($234 million) concessional loan to support South Africa’s energy transition, alongside expanded cooperation in critical minerals and green industrial development. The agreement was confirmed by South Africa’s Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Ronald Lamola, following bilateral talks in Berlin on Monday. Energy transition and grid upgrades The
