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Let’s Make Africa Great Again …. Africa is home to 18% of the global population yet contributes only 2% to the world's electricity generation. 💡 Source: https://lnkd.in/dcVHmBta With the majority of people living without access to electricity concentrated in sub-Saharan Africa, and those with access facing unreliable power supplies, the region's energy disparity is stark. For those in my connections more qualified than me, how can we bridge this energy gap and ensure sustainable development for the continent of Africa? Interested to know your thoughts and options…. #AfricaDevelopment #Sustainability #RenewableEnergy #GlobalEconomy #EnergyEquity #SubSaharanAfrica #SustainableDevelopment #Innovation #ClimateAction #letsmakeafricagreatagain

🌍 Energizing Africa's Future: The Path to a Sustainable Energy Transition 🌿 Africa is on the brink of a transformative energy transition, a shift that promises to revolutionize the continent's energy landscape and unlock unprecedented economic and social benefits. As we navigate this critical juncture, it’s crucial to understand the unique challenges and opportunities that lie ahead. The Need for Energy Transition in Africa Rapid Population Growth: With a population expected to reach 2.5 billion by 2050, Africa faces an urgent need to expand energy access to meet the growing demand and improve quality of life. Energy Poverty: Over 600 million Africans still lack access to electricity, and many rely on traditional biomass for cooking. This energy poverty limits economic opportunities and affects health and education. Environmental Concerns: The reliance on fossil fuels and biomass has significant environmental impacts, contributing to deforestation, air pollution, and greenhouse gas emissions. Opportunities in the Energy Transition Abundant Renewable Resources: Africa boasts vast renewable energy potential, with abundant solar, wind, hydro, and geothermal resources. These resources can drive the transition towards a cleaner, more sustainable energy future. Decentralized Energy Systems: Innovative solutions like microgrids and off-grid solar systems can provide electricity to remote and underserved areas, offering a more flexible and resilient energy infrastructure. Economic Growth and Job Creation: The renewable energy sector can become a major driver of economic growth, creating millions of jobs and stimulating local economies. Technological Innovation: Africa has the opportunity to leapfrog traditional energy systems by adopting cutting-edge technologies and solutions tailored to its unique needs. #EmpowerAfrica #AfricaEnergy #AfricaDevelopment #AfricanInnovation #AfricaRising #AfricaCleanEnergy

Imagine a future where everyone in Africa has access to electricity💡. Nearly 600 million people still live without. It's time for action. Governments and financiers must step up and invest in clean, affordable, community-led energy solutions in Africa. #REPowerAfrika. Coming Soon!

South Africa: How energy system instability contributed to the ANC's downfall. The ANC's recent defeat can be attributed, in part, to the socio-economic consequences of a precarious energy system. This serves as a stark reminder that a stable energy system is crucial for a nation's prosperity. The current energy transition presents challenges globally, with other countries facing the risk of instability in power supply. South Africa's experience underscores the importance of not only having sufficient resources but also ensuring the reliability and stability of the energy infrastructure. Energy security is often viewed as a resource issue; however, South Africa's case illustrates that having resources alone is insufficient. It emphasizes the critical need for a robust and secure energy system to support economic growth and social stability. https://lnkd.in/ed87xt_a Tellimer #SouthAfrica #EnergySystem #ANC #EnergyTransition #EnergySecurity

Following the analysis of the World Economic Forum report, I evaluate the participation of Sub-Saharan Africa, with whom I have been working for the last 4 years, and identify remarkable progress in its energy transition over the last decade, with a 10% growth in ETI scores. This growth is driven by improvements in energy security, regulatory frameworks, and advancements in education and human capital. The region has seen a 58% increase in regulation and political commitment scores, reflecting a strong governmental focus on sustainable energy. However, significant challenges remain. Attracting global investments and fostering public-private partnerships are critical to sustaining this momentum. Expanding access to electricity and clean cooking solutions is essential for ensuring equitable and sustainable energy for all Africans. The focus on renewable energy sources, particularly solar and wind, has been pivotal in this transition. As Africa continues to develop its energy infrastructure and regulatory environment, it holds great potential for achieving a sustainable energy future. #Africa #EnergyTransition #RenewableEnergy #Sustainability #EnergyAccess

The State of Our Energy Sector The infrastructure constraints in Africa are huge, no amount of Capital within the continent is sufficient to bring Africa to the level of economies of Europe, for example. Public Sector has to do its part to round up capital and manage it with utmost diligence. Take for example, the pervasive energy poverty on the continent; quarters going without electricity for days on end following a simple transformer explosion. It’s not just the physical security of the people affected, it’s the economic sabotage and health facilities running life support machines we really must address. These are basic human rights; access to livelihoods and preservation of life, literally. We shouldn’t leave Energy production and transmission in the hands of a few people who are oblivious to the plight of the lowly in society that can’t afford alternative energy sources. We need to open up economies, embrace Power Purchase Agreements, and open up the Energy Markets to cross border trade: even if we start with the regional blocs of ECOWAS, EAC, SADCC etc, it’s something. Investors are passing over us because our Energy sector is tightly integrated , Vertically. There’s little room for other market players to come in. Renewables are our only option to ensure security of supply and affordable electricity. #EnergyPoverty #PublicService #infrastructure #transmission #PPA #Finance #Renewables

Imagine a future where everyone in Africa has access to electricity💡. Nearly 600 million people still live without. It's time for action. Governments and financiers must step up and invest in clean, affordable, community-led energy solutions in Africa. #REPowerAfrika. Coming Soon!

Gas to power is the key for Africa's industrialization and the Central Africa Pipeline System (CAPS) project could be a huge leverage for the ECCAS region. 

Power driving progress - that's the crux of our new insight article on #EnergyAccess in Africa. Through hard data, case studies and analysis, we unpack how the lack of reliable and affordable energy is a key barrier stifling entrepreneurship, business productivity and economic growth across the continent. The costs of energy poverty are massive - Nigerian MSMEs alone lose $29 billion annually due to disruptions from insufficient power access. But we also showcase success stories from North Africa, where smart policies and enabling environments in Morocco and Egypt have unlocked billions in renewable energy investments, producing surplus electricity and fueling economic advancement. Most crucially, the article establishes the multidimensional impact of energy poverty - from suppressed literacy and education rates to lack of clean water access and intensified gender inequalities when women bear the brunt of hauling water for households. Energy is truly the backbone for realizing Africa's sustainable development goals around poverty, health, education and more by 2030. Read the article below and join the conversation on ensuring Africa has the power to unleash its true economic potential while uplifting lives and communities. #SustainableAfrica #EnergyEquity #EconomicTransformation https://lnkd.in/gjyxmvNA

Talking about Electricity access, in Africa remains uneven, with approximately 700 million people lacking it, particularly in rural areas. While urban centres have improved, rural regions face severe shortages due to economic constraints, political instability, and inadequate infrastructure. Sub-Saharan Africa is notably affected, with significant populations in countries like Nigeria and the Democratic Republic of Congo lacking reliable electricity. Efforts are also put to enhance access including government initiatives, international aid, and private sector investments, resulting in a 13 GW increase in renewable energy capacity from 2010 to 2020. Achieving universal access by 2030 requires $29 billion annually, demanding sustained investment and innovative strategies. 🌍