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GSU met en service 50 MW solaires avec stockage à N’Djamena

Global South Utilities, filiale de Resources Investment LTD, inaugure à N’Djamena la centrale Noor Chad de 50 MW avec 5 MWh de stockage, dimensionnée pour alimenter des centaines de milliers de foyers et exploitée directement par l’entreprise.

Atlas-Oranto secures four offshore blocks to revive oil exploration in Liberia

The Liberian government awarded four offshore oil blocks to Nigerian company Atlas-Oranto for $12 million, strengthening the regional presence of African junior players in offshore exploration.

TotalEnergies secures four offshore oil exploration blocks in Liberia

TotalEnergies has signed four production sharing contracts for offshore blocks covering 12,700 km² off the coast of Liberia, marking a new step in the expansion of its activities in West Africa.
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Multilateral climate funds redirect energy finance towards emerging markets

Between 2015 and 2024, four multilateral climate funds committed nearly eight bn USD to clean energy, attracting private capital through concessional terms while Africa and Asia absorbed more than half of the volume.

Sierra Leone launches extensive offshore oil exploration with 60 potential blocks

Sierra Leone relaunches an ambitious offshore exploration campaign, using a 3D seismic survey to evaluate up to 60 potential oil blocks before opening a new licensing round as early as next October.

Octopus Energy launches $60 million fund for African energy

Octopus Energy Generation announces an initial $60 million fund dedicated to financing energy infrastructure projects in Sub-Saharan Africa, aiming to raise $250 million over three years, in partnership with Pembani Remgro Infrastructure Managers.
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Liberia mobilises $300mn for its power grid but still faces a 51.8% supply gap

Despite increased generation capacity and lower tariffs, Liberia continues to rely on electricity imports to meet growing demand, particularly during the dry season.

African Debt: Why Investors Must Anticipate Immediate Climate Impacts

African countries now spend more on debt service than on education and healthcare, limiting essential investments despite significant energy potential. The G20, under pressure, struggles to provide an adequate response to the financial and climate challenges.

Qair launches two hybrid solar plants totalling 30 MWp with storage in Chad

French group Qair has begun construction on two hybrid solar plants in N’Djamena totalling 30 MWp with battery storage, under a 20-year BOOT contract with the Chadian government.
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Craig Steinke appointed CEO of BluEnergies following James Deckelman’s departure

BluEnergies Ltd. has announced the immediate appointment of Craig Steinke as Chief Executive Officer, succeeding James Deckelman, who is stepping down for personal reasons.

Liberia: A €107M Energy Project to Modernize the Electricity Network

Liberia Electricity Corporation (LEC), in partnership with the European Union and other financial institutions, has launched the Liberia Energy Efficiency and Access Project (LEEAP). With a budget of €107 million, this initiative aims to improve electricity access and energy efficiency in the country.

Sierra Leone: an electric tricycle prototype to tackle pollution

In Freetown, James Samba, a 23-year-old student, is developing an electric tricycle made from recycled materials to reduce pollution in a country where 1,200 air-quality-related deaths were recorded in 2021.
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Nigeria-Morocco Gas Pipeline: Tenders to Begin in 2025

The Nigeria-Morocco gas pipeline project progresses with tenders planned for 2025. This strategic project aims to strengthen economic integration and energy supply in Africa and Europe.

Millennium Challenge Corporation Funds the Expansion of Sierra Leone’s Electric Grid

Sierra Leone receives a 480-million-USD investment from the Millennium Challenge Corporation to strengthen its electricity infrastructure and provide reliable power to 4.6 million people, targeting sustainability and sector efficiency.

Russian oil exports bypass Suez to set Asian record

In July 2024, Russian seaborne exports of petroleum products to Asia doubled to 1.1 million tonnes, with increased use of the Cape of Good Hope route to avoid the Suez Canal.
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Sierra Leone and Infinity Power sign 1GW agreement

Infinity Power and Sierra Leone's Ministry of Energy have signed an agreement to develop 1GW of renewable energy by 2033, aimed at improving energy access and supporting the country's environmental goals.
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New Energy Project in Sierra Leone: A Historic Expansion

The Sierra Leonean government inaugurates a new gas-fired thermal power plant designed to double the country's energy capacity, marking a crucial step for a country where access to electricity remains limited.
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Inauguration of the first Nachtigal hydroelectric turbine in Cameroon

The commissioning of the first turbine in Cameroon's Nachtigal hydroelectric project marks a turning point in the country's energy production, with significant implications for industrial and domestic development.
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Togo moves ahead with new solar project in Dapaong

Togo launches an international call for tenders for a new photovoltaic solar power plant in Dapaong, with an investment of $60 million.
Le Togo progresse dans le renforcement de son infrastructure énergétique avec une nouvelle centrale solaire située à Dapaong.

Energy crisis in Sierra Leone: Energy Minister resigns

Sierra Leone's Minister of Energy, Alhadji Kanja Sesay, has resigned amid tensions over power supply, compounded by large debts.
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