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Empowering Healthcare with Electric Motorbikes: A Sustainable Solution for Rural Communities 🌍 Through the #KijanishaAfya Program, electric motorbikes are transforming healthcare delivery in remote areas of Dodoma and Kigoma. These vehicles are not only addressing transportation challenges but also promoting cost savings, environmental #sustainability, and improved healthcare services. 🔋 Benefits: Enhanced Access: Healthcare workers can reach remote patients with ease, ensuring timely care. Cost Efficiency: Reduced fuel costs allow funds to be reinvested in patient care and essential resources. Environmental Impact: #Electricmotorbikes produce zero emissions, supporting cleaner, healthier communities. Operational Efficiency: Low-maintenance bikes increase trips and improve service delivery in underserved areas. This shift to #renewableenergy supports climate goals, reduces reliance on fossil fuels, and fosters a more sustainable future for both healthcare and the environment. Let’s drive positive change with green technologies for a healthier planet. International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) |Embassy of Ireland Dar es Salaam |Fazal Issa Dinmohamed |Wizara ya Afya Tanzania |Sustainable Energy for All (SEforALL) #SustainableEnergy #ElectricVehicles #HealthcareInnovation #ClimateAction #GreenTech #KijanishaAfya #CleanEnergy #RuralHealthcare

📢One of our partners, TAREA TZ, is a co-organizer of the Power & Elec Tanzania International Expo — East Africa’s premier gathering for power, energy, renewables, and telecommunications. Join the conversation on sustainable energy transition and explore SWARM-E project`s innovative solutions that can shape the region’s energy future! 📅 Event Details: 📍 Venue: Diamond Jubilee Hall, Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania 🗓 Dates: 5 – 7 February 2025 ⏰ Time: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM Visit TAREA’s booth to connect, collaborate, and drive impact! ⚡💡 #SustainableEnergy #EnergyTransition #EastAfrica #PowerAndElecTanzania #Collaboration #InnovationForImpact

In Tanzania’s rural heartlands, the absence of reliable electricity is a barrier to progress. But the emergence of Green #MiniGrids—powered by #solar offers a game-changing solution that’s not only lighting up homes but also driving local economies and enhancing livelihoods. By providing #clean, affordable, and #sustainable energy to remote communities, these mini grids are: 💡 Fueling Economic Growth: Supporting small businesses, agricultural operations, and local industries by powering essential equipment, boosting productivity, and creating jobs. 📚 Advancing Education & Healthcare: Enabling schools to extend learning hours and equipping health clinics with essential power for vaccine storage and medical care—ultimately improving education and health outcomes. 🌱 Championing Sustainability: Running entirely on #renewableenergy, mini grids cut dependency on diesel and significantly reduce carbon emissions, offering both an eco-friendly and self-sustaining energy solution. 🌍 Empowering Communities: Access to electricity gives women more time for education and entrepreneurship, while children can study longer, unlocking opportunities for a brighter future. 🔌 Delivering Decentralized Power: With no need for costly and complex national grids, green mini grids provide a quick, scalable, and cost-effective path to energy access in off-grid regions. These projects are more than just power solutions—they are the foundation of thriving, self-reliant communities ready to embrace the future. #GreenEnergy #RenewableEnergy #Sustainability #Tanzania #RuralDevelopment #EnergyAccess #MiniGrids #SocialImpact #CleanEnergy

Happy Birthday to Hon. Dr. Samia Suluhu Hassan, President of the United Republic of Tanzania.

Hon. Dr. Doto Biteko, Tanzania’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Energy, highlighted the pivotal role of the Africa Energy Heads of State Summit - Mission 300 in advancing the country’s energy goals. In his speech today (January 27, 2025), he outlined how this summit serves as a key catalyst for driving the implementation of Tanzania's National Energy Policy, which is focused on promoting sustainable energy, efficiency, and conservation. The two-day summit, which kicked off in Dar es Salaam, features ministers and experts today, while tomorrow, African heads of state will gather to discuss critical energy issues. Dr. Biteko emphasized that, although significant strides have been made in Tanzania’s energy sector, further investment is essential to meet the demands of key industries like mining, hospitality, and manufacturing. This will be crucial for fueling the nation’s economic growth. “The policy aims to improve access to modern energy services, while increasing the share of renewable energy in our energy mix—strengthening the availability, reliability, and security of energy for all,” Dr. Biteko stated. With this strategic focus, Tanzania is on track to accelerate sustainable energy development that benefits both its people and its economy. 🌍⚡ #Tanzania #Energy #Sustainability #AfricaEnergySummit #RenewableEnergy

Today, the Julius Nyerere International Convention Centre in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, is buzzing with energy as ministers and sector leaders from across Africa converge for the Ministerial & Partnerships Day at the Mission 300 Africa Energy Summit. Held on January 27, 2025, this pivotal event is hosted by Tanzania, alongside the African Union, the African Development Bank (AfDB), and the World Bank. The summit is a bold, collaborative effort to tackle one of Africa's most pressing challenges – access to electricity. With the ambitious goal of providing electricity to 300 million people by 2030, the summit is a crucial step towards transforming Africa’s energy landscape. This Ministerial & Partnerships Day kicks off the summit, bringing together key stakeholders, policymakers, and industry leaders to foster strategic partnerships and drive forward meaningful action. Through innovative discussions, collaborative solutions, and a focus on scaling #sustainableenergy solutions, the event aims to catalyze efforts that will accelerate electricity access and empower millions across the continent. The Mission 300 Africa Energy Summit represents a unique opportunity for collaboration, knowledge-sharing, and strategic partnership-building that will ultimately unlock new pathways to energy access, economic development, and improved livelihoods for millions. What’s at Stake? 300 million people in Africa still lack access to reliable electricity. The summit provides a platform to fast-track solutions and partnerships to meet this critical need. - It will showcase transformative projects, financing mechanisms, and innovative approaches to scale clean and sustainable energy across the continent. This is not just an event; it's a call to action for all of us to contribute to shaping a brighter, more energy-secure future for Africa. 🔌 Let’s stay tuned for more updates as the summit unfolds and momentum builds toward this transformative goal. The time to act is now! #Mission300 #AfricaEnergy #SustainableEnergy #ElectricityAccess #Partnerships #EnergyForAll #AfricaDevelopment #Summit2025 #Innovation #CleanEnergy

A message from H.E. President Dr. Samia Suluhu Hassan, welcoming fellow African leaders, delegates, and partners to the Africa Energy Summit 2025, scheduled for January 27–28, 2025, in Dar es Salaam, #Tanzania 🇹🇿 This summit aims to discuss and address the energy challenges facing Africa, and to explore opportunities for energy development and cooperation. The President looks forward to engaging with leaders and experts from across the continent to shape the future of #Africa’s energy sector. #Mission300 #PoweringAfrica #PoweringTanzania

Impact / Failure 2025 Conclave taking place on 6-7 February 2025 at Indian Institute of Management Bangalore, here we with another deep dive session for Day 1 Failure of Development Programs in Africa 6th Feb 2025, 2:30 PM to 4:00 PM Development programs in Africa have focused on addressing poverty, climate change, and sustainable development. However, ground realities highlight the failure of most initiatives despite significant investments due to a misalignment with local needs, local contexts, and poor coordination and planning. Join us as we learn from these failures and explore avenues to innovate more responsive, locally-driven strategies that prioritize community engagement, and indigenous knowledge and adapt to the dynamic needs of Africa’s diverse populations in the face of climate change. To moderate the panel, we will have with us Haileselassie Medhin, the Programmes Director at IKEA Foundation - in conversation with - Million Belay, General Coordinator, Alliance for Food Sovereignty in Africa (AFSA); Simon O'Connell, CEO, SNV; Makena Ireri, Director- Demand, Jobs and livelihoods, The Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet (GEAPP); Prof. Vijay Modi at Columbia University; Paul T. Yillia (Dr. techn.), Manager, The Energy Nexus Network; and Sisty Basil, Executive Director, ELICO Foundation. We are excited to host you at the Impact/Failure 2025 (6th and 7th February 2025) where we look forward to embracing a culture of failing forward! All details about sessions, speakers, and confirmed attendees are available at Zoho Backstage. Sign in at https://lnkd.in/gsPA6ChC and Start networking now! Stay tuned as we release each of the session details as a lead-up to the conclave. #if2025 #impactfailure #failureconclave #selcofoundation #celebrateyourfailures #learnfromyourfailures #failtolearn #failforward #failintelligently #if #failure

1 Day to Go!! See You at the Africa Energy Summit! We are just one day away from the highly anticipated Africa Energy Summit, taking place on January 27-28, 2025, in Dar es Salaam, #Tanzania 🇹🇿 This summit arrives at a crucial juncture for the continent. The urgency of addressing #Africa’s energy needs is paramount. Without access to reliable and sustainable power sources, Africa’s developmental goals and its potential to assert itself on the global stage will continue to be impeded. Join President Dr. Samia Suluhu Hassan as she extends her welcome to fellow African leaders, delegates, and partners. Together, we will discuss actionable strategies, explore investment opportunities, and drive innovative solutions aimed at transforming Africa’s energy landscape. Let us collectively take this pivotal step toward powering Africa’s future. See you there #Mission300 #PoweringAfrica #PoweringTanzania #EnergyAccess #EnergyWellbeing

🌟 Join the CREEC Webinar on eCooking Skills Development! 🌟 The Centre for Research in Energy and Energy Conservation (CREEC) invites you to a pivotal webinar dedicated to advancing the repair and maintenance skills of technicians working with eCooking appliances in Uganda. This initiative is part of Uganda’s transition to modern, energy-efficient cooking solutions. Together with key stakeholders, we will refine the repair and maintenance training curriculum to address the sector’s evolving needs. 💡 Your input is vital! Be part of this important conversation by confirming your participation. Simply complete the questionnaire here 👉🏾https://lnkd.in/d3gGSrRg. Let’s work together to shape the future of eCooking in Uganda. Don’t miss out! MECS programme Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development