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    • Fossil Fuel PhaseoutAfrica stands at a critical juncture — one where the gradual phaseout of fossil fuels must be balanced with the continent’s urgent development needs. In this section, we explore what a fair, just, and inclusive fossil fuel phaseout looks like for African communities, economies, and ecosystems. From policy debates to frontline stories, this category sheds light on how Africa can transition without being left behind.
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    • Green Jobs & the Future of WorkAfrica’s energy transition is reshaping jobs, skills, and the future of work. This category explores green jobs in Africa, renewable energy employment, and how the shift to sustainable industries is transforming livelihoods across the continent. From clean energy value chains and local manufacturing to workers’ rights, reskilling, and social protection, these stories examine whether the green economy is creating decent, inclusive, and secure jobs. We ask critical questions about who benefits from the transition — and how Africa’s green future can deliver dignity, opportunity, and shared prosperity for current and future generations.
    • Policy & AdvocacyEnergy and climate policies shape the pace, direction, and fairness of Africa’s energy transition. In this category, we analyse energy policy, climate governance, and advocacy efforts influencing extractive industries and clean energy pathways at national, regional, and global levels. From just transition policies and fossil fuel phase-out plans to civil society advocacy and accountability reforms, these articles explore how decisions are made — and how citizens, movements, and coalitions can influence policies to deliver transparent, equitable, and people-centred outcomes for Africa.
    • Technology & InnovationTechnology and innovation are reshaping how Africa produces, distributes, and governs energy. This category explores clean energy technologies, digital innovation, and locally driven solutions powering Africa’s energy transition. From renewable energy systems, energy storage, and smart grids to digital tools for transparency, accountability, and community participation, these stories examine how innovation can accelerate access, efficiency, and justice. With a critical lens on equity, ownership, and impact, this section asks how technology can serve people, strengthen governance, and support a truly inclusive and sustainable energy future for Africa.
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    • ETA AnalysisETA Analysis delivers in-depth analysis of Africa’s energy transition, energy policy, and political economy. This section examines the forces shaping power, resources, and decision-making — from fossil fuel phase-out pathways and critical minerals to climate finance and governance reform. Grounded in evidence and regional context, these analyses connect policy, politics, and economics to reveal what Africa’s energy transition really means for communities, governments, and the continent’s future.
    • ETA BriefingETA Briefing delivers short, focused insights on key trends, emerging signals, and what to watch in Africa’s energy transition. These concise briefings highlight policy shifts, political risks, investment trends, and advocacy moments that matter — helping decision-makers stay ahead of fast-changing dynamics across energy, climate, and extractives.
    • ETA DispatchETA Dispatch provides rapid, expert commentary on breaking developments in Africa’s energy transition. From major climate summits and policy announcements to new reports and investment signals, this section offers timely insights that cut through the noise. Designed for fast-moving moments, ETA Dispatch helps readers understand why developments matter, who stands to gain or lose, and what comes next.
    • ETA ExplainsETA Explains breaks down complex energy, climate, and extractive industries issues into clear, accessible insights. From just transition concepts and carbon markets to critical minerals and energy finance, this section demystifies technical debates shaping Africa’s energy future. Built for clarity and context, ETA Explains helps policymakers, journalists, advocates, and citizens understand the issues — without losing nuance or depth.
    • ETA ReportsETA Reports features policy briefs, research reports, and special publications produced by Energy Transition Africa. This section brings together original analysis, evidence-based research, and strategic recommendations on energy transition, extractive governance, and climate justice in Africa. Designed for policymakers, civil society, and partners, ETA Reports provides authoritative resources to inform debate, advocacy, and decision-making.
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African speaker at podium with climate finance map of Africa behind him and donor logos including World Bank, EU, and USAID.
Posted inGovernance & Transparency

Who’s Funding Africa’s Transition? The Hidden Gatekeepers of Green Finance

Billions are pledged. But who decides who gets them, and on whose terms? Across Africa, the energy transition has become…
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Posted by Energy Transition Africa Editorial Desk July 23, 2025Tags: Africa, climate funds, climate justice, development finance, energy transition, funding pipelines, green finance, JETP, just transition, multilateral banks
Climate protesters holding signs in front of a government building lit by fossil fuel-powered lights at dusk in an African city.
Posted inFossil Fuel Phaseout

Oil is Still Paying the Bills: Can African Governments Afford to Let Go?

It is easy to call for an end to fossil fuels from a podium in Paris. Much harder when you…
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Posted by Energy Transition Africa Editorial Desk July 21, 2025Tags: Africa, Civil Society, climate justice, debt, energy transition, fossil fuels, green finance, just transition, oil revenue, subsidies
African coal town residents contrast with foreign consultants managing climate funds
Posted inCommunity Impact Energy Transition

Who Truly Benefits from Just Transitions in Africa? The Rising Tide of Elite Extraction

In recent years, Africa has been hailed as a leader in designing just transitions, energy shifts that protect both the…
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Posted by Energy Transition Africa Editorial Desk July 16, 2025Tags: Africa, climate finance, coal transition, community inclusion, critical minerals, energy justice, JETP, just transition
African officials stand near a mine site enforcing mineral export bans
Posted inCritical Minerals

Africa’s Resource Revolution: How Raw Minerals Are Becoming Gold Mines for Local Value

Africa is in the midst of a quiet revolution. One that sees nations taking a firmer hold over the minerals…
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Posted by Energy Transition Africa Editorial Desk July 14, 2025Tags: Africa, critical minerals, economic sovereignty, just transition, mineral exports, resource nationalism, value addition
Rural African women and child near huts with a large gas flare burning in the distance at sunset.
Posted inFossil Fuel Phaseout

Fossil Fuel Phaseout? Why Africa’s Climate Plans Tell a Different Story

At every global climate conference, the message is always clear: the world must end fossil fuel use. The speeches are…
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Posted by Energy Transition Africa Editorial Desk July 11, 2025Tags: Africa, climate plans, energy justice, energy transition, fossil fuel phaseout, fossil fuels, NDCs, Nigeria energy, renewable energy
A proud African woman stands confidently in front of a rural solar panel installation, symbolising community-led clean energy solutions.
Posted inCommunity Impact Energy Transition

Voices from the Just Transition: Africa’s Rural Clean Energy Revolution

"We used to deliver babies by candlelight. Now we have light, and we can save more lives." That was the…
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Posted by Energy Transition Africa Editorial Desk June 25, 2025Tags: Africa, clean energy, community stories, decentralised energy, energy access, just transition, renewable energy, rural communities, women energy leaders
A large stack of shipping containers at an African port under a cloudy sky, symbolising Africa’s trade, debt, and economic ties in the global climate finance conversation.
Posted inEnergy Transition

The Debt Dilemma: Can Climate Deals Free Africa from the Chains of Borrowing?

A quiet revolution is brewing in the corridors of international finance. No, it's not another pledge from the G7 or…
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Posted by Energy Transition Africa Editorial Desk June 23, 2025Tags: Africa, climate finance, debt swaps, debt-for-climate, Energy transition Africa, global south, green financing, just transition, renewable energy
A collage of US dollar bills, euro notes, and African currency spread across a weathered wooden table.
Posted inEnergy Transition

Follow the Money: Why Africa Must Demand Accountability in Climate Finance

It is one thing to pledge billions. It’s another to deliver them, transparently, equitably, and in ways that change lives.…
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Posted by Energy Transition Africa Editorial Desk June 18, 2025Tags: Africa, Civil Society, climate finance, climate justice, critical minerals, donor accountability, energy transition, fossil fuel phaseout, JETP, just transition

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