The generation equation
Advances in technology have made a strong case for more use of renewables
in the sector’s power production mix.
in the sector’s power production mix.
27 Jan, 2017
Atomic numbers
Egypt, Kenya, Nigeria and South Africa have all recently taken major steps towards new or expanded nuclear power programmes.... Read more
18 Oct, 2016
A light touch
African businesses need to utilise the latest technology to make the most use of energy.
22 Apr, 2016
Citizen power
Forward-thinking solutions have led to ingenious ways of harnessing solar energy taking it beyond the rooftop and, in some... Read more
11 Feb, 2016
Power up
On a continent with chronic electricity shortages, the race to add energy-generation projects to the African grid is increasingly... Read more
16 Nov, 2015
Bright ideas
From cellphone-charging booths to irrigation systems and shopping-centre rooftops, Africa’s solar revolution is gathering pace.
27 Aug, 2015
The air force
Driven by technology and public-private partnerships, wind-generated power has become an integral part of Africa’s energy mix.
1 Jun, 2015
Power surge
In an effort to escape the vicious cycle of energy deficiency, the African continent is increasingly embracing a global... Read more
29 May, 2015
Small wonders
Africa’s renewable energy revolution appears to be driven by state-sponsored programmes. But off the grid, a silent revolution is... Read more
29 May, 2015
Power of good
Can Africa put in place practical means to realise its dreams of an integrated regional electricity grid?
29 May, 2015
