Live wire
In Accra, Ghana, the largest power substation in the country has been inaugurated. The 580 MVA Pokuase substation is the... Read more
2 Nov, 2021
Launch pad
In Kenya, nanosatellite development is gathering pace, with five universities presenting demo models following research grants awarded in 2020.... Read more
26 Oct, 2021
Special catering
A US$100 000 donation is set to provide immediate relief for two South African communities that have been hard hit... Read more
26 Oct, 2021
Gale force
Egypt has announced plans to build a 500 MW wind farm in the Gulf of Suez region. The Ministry... Read more
26 Oct, 2021
Well connected
Morocco has launched a new digital platform for international investors to access business opportunities in Laâyoune. The LaayouneConnect platform... Read more
19 Oct, 2021
Power rays
Desroches Island in the Seychelles has reduced its fuel consumption for energy use substantially thanks to the installation of... Read more
19 Oct, 2021
Testing times
A medical diagnostic centre in Lagos, Nigeria, is collaborating with the state government to offer COVID-19 tests to air... Read more
19 Oct, 2021
Power shot
Nigeria’s energy sector is receiving a US$64 million boost, with a focus on renewables and efficiency. This is through... Read more
12 Oct, 2021
Progress chart
Of the 55 African countries, close to one-third have fully vaccinated 10% of their populations against COVID-19. The majority... Read more
12 Oct, 2021
Switched on
The Ugandan government has started deploying equipment for the last-mile connection of 87 500 rural households to the national power... Read more
5 Oct, 2021
