JinkoSolar has enabled full grid connection of Tanzania’s first solar PV project, marking a milestone in the country’s renewable energy transition. The project strengthens Tanzania’s power diversification efforts while improving electricity reliability and supporting sustainable development goals through clean energy deployment.

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Natura Energy has achieved financial close for a 31 MW solar project at Parsons Power Park in South Africa’s Eastern Cape. The project is expected to enhance regional renewable capacity, support grid decarbonization, and attract further investment into South Africa’s growing independent power producer market.

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Tunisia has issued 187 licenses to small and medium enterprises to develop 287 MW of solar projects. The initiative strengthens decentralized energy development and encourages local participation in the renewable sector while supporting Tunisia’s national strategy to increase clean energy share.

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Clean energy investment across Africa reached a record $15 billion, signaling growing global confidence in the continent’s renewable potential. However, analysts warn that significantly higher investment levels will be required for Africa to meet long-term energy access and renewable capacity targets.

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Genus Power has surpassed 26 million smart meter deployments globally, strengthening digital energy infrastructure and grid efficiency. The milestone highlights growing adoption of smart metering technologies to improve power management, billing transparency, and grid modernization across emerging markets.

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Solen has secured €28 million in financing for Gabon’s first utility-scale solar-plus-storage project at Plaine Ayeme. The project aims to improve energy access, reduce dependence on fossil fuels, and enhance grid stability through integrated renewable and battery storage solutions.

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Globeleq has acquired a 51% stake in Zambia’s Lunsemfwa Hydro Power Company (LHPC), strengthening its renewable portfolio in Southern Africa. The move supports long-term power generation capacity expansion and reinforces the company’s commitment to sustainable energy investments.

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Alliance High School in Kenya has launched a 151 kW solar-plus-storage pilot project under the country’s public school solarisation programme. The initiative aims to reduce electricity costs, enhance energy reliability, and demonstrate the potential of distributed solar solutions.

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Solar & Storage Ethiopia 2026 concluded with strong participation from policymakers, investors, and technology providers. The event highlighted Africa’s growing renewable energy ecosystem and recognized innovation, leadership, and collaboration driving the continent’s clean energy future.

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Sineng Electric will supply central inverter solutions to Egypt’s 1.65 GW Benban Solar Park, one of the world’s largest solar installations. The project continues to strengthen Egypt’s renewable capacity and reinforces Benban’s status as a flagship solar hub.

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South Africa is expanding solar-powered EV charging infrastructure for heavy-duty trucks along the N3 corridor. The project supports sustainable freight transport while reducing emissions and promoting clean mobility solutions within the country’s logistics sector.

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Egypt continues to accelerate renewable deployment through supportive policies and investments in solar and energy storage. Strategic initiatives aim to expand capacity, strengthen grid resilience, and position Egypt as a regional hub for clean energy development.

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Ghana’s Tema Port has introduced a 1.5 MW on-site solar pilot project with plans to expand to 6 MW. The initiative supports sustainable port operations while reducing energy costs and emissions through renewable power integration.

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US Energy Secretary Chris Wright joined global leaders at the Powering Africa Summit 2026 to strengthen US–Africa energy cooperation. Discussions focused on investment opportunities, renewable energy partnerships, and strategies to accelerate energy access across the continent.

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Renewable energy leaders gathered in Addis Ababa for the inaugural Solar & Storage Ethiopia event. The conference emphasized execution-focused strategies, industry collaboration, and policy support to accelerate solar and energy storage deployment across Ethiopia.

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The HEX battery project in Worcester has stabilized the local grid while supporting agricultural operations. The project marks Africa’s first utility-scale energy storage milestone and demonstrates the growing importance of battery systems in improving grid reliability.

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