Our reports on the state of clean energy in Africa highlight progress and challenges in expanding access to affordable, reliable, and sustainable energy sources, including efforts to promote renewable energy adoption, enhance energy efficiency, and increase electrification rates.
Clean Energy
Who Really Controls Africa’s Solar Switch?
Foreign investments dominate Africa’s solar projects, but are local communities gaining control, or is history repeating itself?
The Green Job Paradox: Who Wins and Who’s Left Behind?
While green jobs promise growth, unequal access to resources, training, and infrastructure may leave many behind in the transition.
E-Mobility for the Many, Not the Few
What strategies can Africa adopt to make e-mobility affordable and accessible while bridging the gap in urban transportation for underserved communities?
The Surprising Ways Africa Is Funding Its Future
As Africa faces immense challenges, it's tapping into unexpected sources of funding and innovation to secure its future growth.
The Stakes of COP28 and the Road to COP29
As COP29 approaches, Africa faces urgent challenges in climate finance, energy transition, and adaptation, demanding immediate attention and decisive action.
How Hannah Max-Macarthy is Redefining Energy Solutions in Sierra Leone
Driven by personal loss and a passion for change, Hannah Max-Macarthy transforms energy solutions in Sierra Leone through sustainable, life-saving cookstoves.
The Guardians of Gaia
What happens when a small African village, guided by the wisdom of its elders and fueled by unity against exploitation, harnesses...
Namibia’s Daring Quest to Decarbonize the Steel Industry
In a bold move, Namibia’s Oshivela Project aims to reshape steel production by cutting emissions entirely, marking a historic shift forward.
Quadloop’s Circular Approach to Sustainable Innovation
Quadloop Africa exemplifies the potential of repurposing electronic waste for sustainable innovation, crafting solar products from discarded electronics to challenge conventional...
Aba’s Geometric Power Plant and Future Prospects
The Geometric Power Plant promises to reshape Aba’s energy landscape, delivering reliable electricity and driving significant industrial and economic growth.
Do Nigerians Have an Appetite for Eco-Friendly Products?
Nigeria's evolving consumer landscape presents both challenges and opportunities for businesses as they navigate the complexities of promoting sustainable products and...
Drops of Life: Majik Water’s Solution for Arid Communities
Majik Water spearheads a groundbreaking approach to combating water scarcity in Kenya’s arid regions, utilizing innovative air-to-water technology to revolutionize clean...
Green Goals: Powering African Football with Renewable Energy
As the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) grapples with the economic allure of its $1 billion value and environmental controversies surrounding...
How Future For Africa Sparks Sustainable Change in Ghana
Future for Africa, a dynamic Ghanaian NGO, passionately drives transformative initiatives in education, healthcare, and community empowerment while strategically addressing environmental,...