Africa energy news

Here are some recent Africa energy news updates:

Renewable Energy

  1. South Africa's Renewable Energy Independent Power Producer Procurement Programme (REIPPPP): The South African government has announced the launch of the fourth round of the REIPPPP, which aims to attract investments in renewable energy projects. (Source: Business Day)
  2. Ethiopia's Geothermal Power Plant: Ethiopia has launched a 7.2 MW geothermal power plant in Tulu Moye, which is expected to generate enough electricity to power 100,000 homes. (Source: The East African)

Oil and Gas

  1. Nigeria's Oil Production: Nigeria's oil production has increased to 1.9 million barrels per day (mb/d), up from 1.7 mb/d in 2020. (Source: Bloomberg)
  2. Angola's Oil Output: Angola's oil output has declined to 1.2 mb/d, down from 1.5 mb/d in 2020, due to natural decline and maintenance issues. (Source: Reuters)

Electricity

  1. Kenya's Electricity Grid: Kenya's electricity grid has been upgraded to accommodate increased demand, with the addition of new transmission lines and substations. (Source: The Star)
  2. Ghana's Electricity Crisis: Ghana is facing an electricity crisis due to a shortage of gas and a lack of investment in the power sector. (Source: Ghana Web)

Energy Infrastructure

  1. Egypt's New Capital City: Egypt is building a new capital city, which will be powered by a 1,000 MW solar power plant. (Source: Egypt Today)
  2. Tanzania's Energy Infrastructure: Tanzania is investing in energy infrastructure, including the construction of a 400 kV transmission line and a 100 MW solar power plant. (Source: The Citizen)

Energy Policy

  1. South Africa's Energy Policy: South Africa's energy policy is under review, with a focus on increasing the use of renewable energy and reducing reliance on coal. (Source: Business Day)
  2. Nigeria's Energy Policy: Nigeria is reviewing its energy policy, with a focus on increasing investment in the energy sector and reducing energy poverty. (Source: Vanguard)

Energy Finance

  1. Africa Energy Fund: The Africa Energy Fund, a $1 billion fund, has been launched to invest in energy projects across Africa. (Source: African Energy Chamber)
  2. Kenya's Energy Financing: Kenya is seeking to raise $1.5 billion in financing for its energy sector, including for the construction of new power plants and transmission lines. (Source: The Star)

These are just a few examples of the latest Africa energy news. If you're interested in staying up-to-date with the latest developments in the African energy sector, I recommend following reputable sources such as African Energy Chamber, Energy Africa, and Power Africa.