Beyond the Buzzwords: Why Africa’s Energy Transition Must Centre People, Not Just Technology
Across conference halls, government roundtables and investor summits, the phrase “energy transition” echoes with growing urgency. Africa is expected to […]
Energy Transition
Africa’s energy transition is more than a shift in technology; it’s a test of justice, inclusion, and ambition.
In this category, we explore how the continent is navigating the complex path from fossil dependency to clean energy futures.
From national policies and global finance to local innovations and equity debates, these insights unpack what a truly just and people-centred energy transition must look like for Africa.
Africa’s Climate Finance Crisis: The Debt Trap Undermining a Greener Future
In the heart of Africa, a paradox unfolds. A continent so rich in renewable resources, from sun to wind and
Mission 300: Africa’s Power Surge or Just Another Mirage?
Africa stands on the edge of an electrification revolution. The Mission 300 project, launched at the 2025 Sustainable Energy Dialogue,
Green Goals, Grey Areas: The Politics of China-Africa Energy Relations
A few years ago, during a civil society exchange in Nairobi, a Kenyan energy advocate told me something that has
Powering Europe, Darkening Africa? The New Scramble for African Renewables
In 2025, as Europe scrambles to meet its climate goals and reduce dependence on Russian energy, a new frontier has
Pledges and Power Cuts: How Climate Finance Is Failing Africa
The promises came wrapped in billion-dollar ribbons. At COP summits, in glossy brochures, and during press conferences, world leaders pledged
Africa’s Forgotten 400 Million: Why Energy Poverty Is a Climate Injustice
I grew up in Cross River State, Nigeria, where dense forests meet vibrant communities. Even today, when I return home,
Fossil Fuel Freedom: Why Nigeria Must Ditch Oil to Secure Its Future
In the heart of Lagos, the rhythmic hum of generators underscores a national narrative: Nigeria’s deep-rooted dependence on oil. For
Leapfrogging to Renewables: Ensuring Africa’s Energy Transition Leaves No One Behind
As Africa stands on the brink of an energy revolution, the continent faces a pivotal question: Can we leapfrog to
Solar Mini-Grids and Their Impact on Rural Communities in Africa
In a small farming village in northern Kenya, a quiet revolution is underway. A community that once relied on smoky
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