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20 05 2019 | 07:14

Microsoft to set up a technology development centre in Kenya.

American technology giant Microsoft Corporation has unveiled plans to set up an African technology development centre in Kenya, Gaming Vice President Phil Spencer said on Monday. Spencer was…

17 05 2019 | 12:44

Renewable Energy: NIMASA prepares for Nigeria beyond crude oil – Dakuku.

The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency, NIMASA, has emphasised its readiness to develop policies that will see to a smooth transition from the regime of intense wet cargo operations,…

16 05 2019 | 14:41

Zimbabwean Villagers Resist a Chinese Company's Mining Project.

HARARE, ZIMBABWE - Zimbabwe has clamored for outside investment in recent years, but villagers north of the capital are resisting a Chinese mining project they say will spoil the environment and fail…

14 05 2019 | 14:00

Can microgrids really bring power to the last billion?

When Hurricane Maria tore through the tropics in September 2017, it took Puerto Rico’s power system with it. Winds of 170 miles per hour(274 km/h) ripped down poles, transmissions lines, and…

14 05 2019 | 13:58

EU unveils solar tree, contributes 165m euros for renewable energy in Nigeria.

The delegation of the European Union (EU) to Nigeria and Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has unveiled a solar tree at the EU Delegation Office Complex Abuja, to highlight the union…

13 05 2019 | 17:05

Changes at the grid edge boost power supply.

The adoption of renewable energy sources is gaining momentum the world over, and countries in the Middle East and Africa are looking to benefit greatly from their integration into power grids.…

13 05 2019 | 12:51

University of Ghana to switch to solar energy.

Ghana’s premier tertiary institution, University of Ghana, will switch to solar energy soon, the vice chancellor announced. Prof. Ebenezer Oduro Owusu said some facilities and infrastructure on…

13 05 2019 | 08:17

Total enters $8.8 bln deal with Occidental for Anadarko's Africa assets.

French energy major Total said on Sunday it had reached a binding agreement with Occidental to acquire Anadarko assets in Algeria, Ghana, Mozambique and South Africa for a consideration of $8.8…

13 05 2019 | 07:43

Construction of Naivasha special economic zone in Kenya begins.

The government of Kenya has announced to have kicked off construction works on Naivasha special economic Zone in Mai Mahiu. PS in Charge of Water, Joseph Irungu revealed the reports and said that US…

11 05 2019 | 16:22

Breast ironing is a harmful practice to young girls that isn’t getting sufficient attention.

Recent news reports in the UK of breast ironing portray yet more ways in which culture causes harm to young girls. The reports followed renewed calls for stronger action against the practice, which…

11 05 2019 | 10:22

Global warming could create 'greater migratory pressure from Africa'.

Europe can expect even greater migratory pressure from Africa unless action is taken to prevent global warming, Sir David Attenborough has said in a strongly worded warning to policymakers that time…

09 05 2019 | 11:18

Namibia declares national state of emergency over drought.

The Namibian government has declared a national state of emergency with respect to a drought that has hit several areas in the southern African nation. A statement from the presidency said: “the…

09 05 2019 | 11:06

How a Key Energy Technology Can Help Developing Countries.

The World Bank has a new program for financing the advanced battery storage systems essential for making wind and solar power work.

09 05 2019 | 10:52

Nigeria to receive US $21m boost for solar power projects.

Nigeria is set to receive US $21m from the United Kingdom and Africa Enterprise Challenge Fund (AECF) to support the deployment of solar generated electricity small businesses in the country. The…

09 05 2019 | 10:33

34 MW Ngonye project in Zambia starts operations.

The Ngonye Solar photovaltic (PV) plant in Zambia has started operations and has been connected to the national grid. Enel Green Power (EGP), a subsidiary of Italian power giant Enel, confirmed the…

08 05 2019 | 10:53

Kenya to go all out for renewable energy.

Kenya authorities plan to invest more in solar energy as results from the Garissa solar power plant in eastern Kenya helps to stabilize electricity prices in the Eastern African nation. According to…

07 05 2019 | 07:54

Eighty percent against coal, in favour of renewable energies.

According to a survey conducted in April 2019, the majority of South Africans are in favour of foreign investment in renewable energy resources. The study was conducted by E3G, an independent think…

30 04 2019 | 11:46

Millions of jobs up for grabs in Africa, in renewable energy transition.

Johannesburg, 9 April 2019 – At least 4.7 million jobs will be created by 2050 across energy sectors in Africa through a shift to renewable energy according to a new report released by Greenpeace…

24 04 2019 | 09:12

Kenya signs US $65m deal for construction of Menengai III geothermal power plant.

Kenya’s independent power producer (IPP) Sosian Energy has signed a deal worth US $65m with Chinese company Kaishan Renewable Energy Development, a subsidiary of Zhejiang Kaishan Compressor, build…

22 04 2019 | 07:05

2nd Solar Rwanda 2019.

SOLARINET INC., CANADA SOLARINET INC. started as a Solar Power systems distributor in Canada for the big manufacturers like Schneider, Outback, Canadian Solar, Magnum and others and build a network…