As Africa navigates its energy transition, a growing body of evidence shows that gender inclusion is not a side conversation, it is central to unlocking resilience, innovation, and impact. Recognizing…
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Energy, petroleum, and mining stakeholders from across West Africa and beyond will gather in Dakar this December for the fourth edition of the MSGBC Oil, Gas & Power Conference &…
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In a strategic move poised to reshape Africa’s energy financing landscape, Sahara Energy Resource Limited—a leading African energy and infrastructure conglomerate—has closed a $225 million unsecured, committed Revolving Credit Facility…
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European travel Industry Deepens Sustainability Commitment: Implications for Africa’s Tourism Sector
by Lisa MatataOne year after signing the Rhodes Declaration, Europe’s leading travel and tourism organizations gathered in Gothenburg, Sweden, on July 9, 2025, to renew their joint commitment to climate resilience and…
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World Sustainable Travel & Hospitality Awards returns with a renewed focus on responsibility in tourism; Spotlighting Africa’s role
by Carlton OlooNow in its second year, the event recognises people and organisations redefining travel with environmental integrity, cultural respect, and long-term community benefit in mind. The awards spotlight a wide range of efforts: from low-impact accommodation and clean energy use to nature conservation and tourism models built around local involvement.
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Niger’s Prime Minister Mahamane Lamine Zeine is set to address African Energy Week 2025 in Cape Town from September 29 to October 3 (2025), unveiling plans to expand Niger’s oil and gas exports through strengthened upstream investments and regional partnerships. His appearance underscores Niger’s ambitions to become a significant oil exporter on the continent.
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Meta has taken a bold step toward decarbonizing its AI-driven infrastructure with the help of California-based clean energy firm XGS Energy, inc. While the deal is U.S.-based, its implications are global—especially for Africa, where data infrastructure is growing, but energy access remains uneven and often carbon-heavy.
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Trinasolar unveils resilient solar technology tailored for Africa’s harsh climate
by Carlton OlooAfricacorporate sustainabilityInternational NewsNews & AnalysisRenewable energySustainabilityTechnology by Carlton Oloo 490 views 4 minutes readGlobal solar giant Trinasolar has unveiled a new weather-resilient solar module at the Africa Energy Forum (AEF) in Cape Town, in a move that underscores growing efforts to develop climate-smart energy infrastructure specifically designed for African conditions.
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Mohamed Hesham appointed CEO of ePointZero, the energy transition platform of 2PointZero Abu Dhabi, UAE – 16 June 2025: In recognition of its importance at the nexus of technology, energy…
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Kenya’s nuclear power ambition meets community resistance and ecological risk
by Carlton OlooAfricaEnergy & TransitionNews & AnalysisRenewable energySocial Responsibility by Carlton Oloo 868 views 4 minutes readUyombo, a small coastal village in Kenya, Kilifi County, has recently sparked unrest due to uncertainty in talks of a nuclear power plant coming to the area. While the government…