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Kudos to Africa Minigrid Developers Association (AMDA)’s Executives, Board and Association Members on their tireless efforts to promote sustainable and affordable energy access across Africa! As a proud member of AMDA and a mini-grid company, Ashipa Electric is committed to supporting the association's mission to accelerate the growth of the mini grid industry. Additionally, we emphasize the need for all to see climate change and the electrification access gap as a common problem to be solved collectively, as we urge all stakeholders to work together to fight energy poverty and climate change globally. Together, we can: - Empower communities with clean energy - Drive economic growth and development - Reduce carbon emissions and protect our planet Let's save earth, light up Africa and empower communities with clean, reliable, and affordable energy! #AMDA #SustainableEnergy #MiniGrids #Africa #AshipaElectric #RenewableEnergy #EnergyAccess #Ruralelectrification #ProductiveUse #Empowerment #LightUpAfica #SE4all

More strategic partnerships with Bluefinn Global Resources Limited!💪🏾 Bluefinn Global Resources Limited's Oil & Gas arm is poised to revolutionise Nigeria's energy landscape with our upcoming Natural Gas processing and distribution plant launch. This initiative aligns with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's Presidential CNG Initiative (Pi-CNG), aimed at providing cheaper and fueling alternatives for Nigerians, and driving economic growth. In a forward step to reaching this goal, the President of Bluefinn Ebimene Lonmax Endouware, and other members of the Bluefinn Global Resources team welcomed the Administrative & Operations Manager, and Business Development Manager, from #ParcelsMartSolutions for a wholesome discussion. In our discussions, we explored collaboration opportunities to support our CNG initiatives. Parcels Mart Solutions has offered expertise and support to enhance our logistics operations, ensuring seamless delivery of our CNG solutions. Their proactive approach demonstrates a shared commitment to sustainable energy and economic growth. Our Natural Gas and Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) project will: - Reduce carbon emissions - Promote energy efficiency - Contribute to a healthier environment - Support Nigeria's economic development At Bluefinn, we are dedicated to driving Nigeria's transition to cleaner, greener energy, while also supporting the country's economic development goals. We appreciate Parcels Mart Solutions' enthusiasm and look forward to evaluating their proposal. #BluefinnCNG #ParcelsMartSolutions #CleanEnergy #Sustainability #CNG #NaturalGas #Nigeria #EnergyTransition #GreenEnergy #Partnership #PiCNG

South Africa and Nigeria are teaming up to drive #electricvehicle (EV) growth using Nigeria’s rich lithium reserves. ✅ Lithium Power: Nigeria's lithium, essential for EV batteries, is at the heart of this partnership. With global demand for renewable energy solutions rising, this is a game-changer. ✅ Collaboration Announcement: South African President Cyril Ramaphosa unveiled this initiative at the Nigeria-South Africa Business Roundtable in Cape Town on December 4, 2024. ✅ Shared Vision: The plan focuses on building infrastructure and manufacturing capabilities, supported by private sector investments and development finance. Beyond EVs: The partnership extends to other sectors like pharmaceuticals, demonstrating a broad commitment to industrial growth. ✳️ A new Joint Ministerial Advisory Council will tackle trade barriers and promote economic cooperation, paving the way for smoother trade and investment flows. Here is more: https://lnkd.in/db5wxMDf #AfricaGreenEnergy #Lithium #ElectricVehicles #RenewableEnergy #Sustainability #TradePartnership #AfricaLeadership #EVRevolution

Private sector support…governments to always listen to private sector initiatives…

The goals are very clear! 🎯 600+ million people in Africa need to be electrified. 🎯 160,000 minigrids must be built to close over 63% of this energy access gap. 🎯 Minigrid companies need to be funded and capitalized for scale and sustainability and investors must treat minigrids as infrastructure. 🎯 Governments, policymakers must embrace minigrids in their electrification strategies and support the private sector’s efforts. 🎯 AMDA is here to work with all stakeholders to achieve these audacious targets!

Access to electricity is the single most important factor and common driver behind all sustainable development goals. Poverty alleviation, sustainable agriculture, modern education, health care, livelihoods and economic growth, water and sanitation, connectivity, and even net-zero economic activities all require stable electricity. AMDA seeks to eradicate energy poverty in Africa using modern, reliable, bi-directional energy networks that power socio-economic growth and climate resilience across the continent. 

⚡ ZESCO Limited Secures Power Supply from South Africa with Support from GreenCo and First Quantum Minerals 🌍 ZESCO, with financial backing from GreenCo Power Services Limited (GreenCo) and First Quantum Minerals Ltd (FQM), has secured additional electricity imports from South Africa to help alleviate Zambia’s energy crisis, driven by record low water levels at Lake Kariba, the country’s main hydroelectric source. This tripartite collaboration will start with 125MW of power imports, potentially increasing to 250MW, fully financed by GreenCo and FQM. Of this, 40MW will be allocated to FQM, while 85MW will support Zambia’s national grid, benefiting households, hospitals, and businesses. As GreenCo’s Head of Business Development, Wezi Gondwe, explains: “This partnership shows how public and private sectors can work together to secure critical energy supplies for both industrial and residential users.” By supporting ZESCO in this critical moment, GreenCo continues its mission of ensuring energy security across the region. Read more in the full press release below. ⬇️ #EnergyCrisis #GreenCo #ZESCO #FirstQuantumMinerals #Zambia #PublicPrivatePartnerships #PowerSupply #SAPP #EnergySecurity #SouthernAfrica Ana Hajduka Shields Cathy Oxby

📽️ Don't miss out! Watch our CEO delve into the core pillars of AMDA in our latest video: 1️⃣ Member Value 2️⃣ Access to Capital 3️⃣ Policy, Regulatory, and Regional Coordination 4️⃣ Research, Data, and Standards 🌟We're proud to champion these pillars, advancing the energy landscape across Africa and beyond.🌟 In this video, you will also discover how we support our members and communities through sustainable energy solutions. These interactions showcase the tangible impact of minigrids in communities, underscoring their vital role in advancing access to reliable energy. Gain insights into the impact of minigrids as shared by the customers themselves. Join us in shaping a brighter, more sustainable future! 🌍💡 Ashipa Electric Corp. Hydrobox ‘Lamide Niyi-Afuye The Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet (GEAPP) The World Bank ESMAP - Energy Sector Management Assistance Program Sustainable Energy for All (SEforALL) African Forum for Utility Regulators Rural Electrification Agency of Nigeria #AMDA #SustainableEnergy #Minigrids #CommunityImpact

Congratulations to one of All On’s Investee Company CEOs, Salpha Energy, Sandra Chukwudozie is the 2024 winner of ‘The Ashden Award for Energy Innovation (Global South), Africa’. We are proud of Salpha’s global recognition for offering homegrown low-cost energy solutions and pay-as-you-go financing model, so that customers on lower incomes can have access to energy. In 2021, All On invested $1m in Salpha Energy to scale it’s solar home systems distribution business, focused on bottom-of-the-pyramid customers in rural and peri-urban areas across Nigeria including the Niger Delta. The investment was used to increase Salpha’s inventory and product range, expand sales channels and customer service infrastructure, and test more flexible pricing models to sustainably manage rural customers in states across Nigeria including in the Niger Delta.   Proud of the wins from our Investee Community.   #AllOn #ImpactInvestment #Investee #Awards #EnergyAccess #Salpha #NigerDelta

Emerging Africa & Asia Infrastructure Fund provides financing to Ugandan solar project being developed by Ituka West Nile Uganda, a subsidiary of AMEA Power, helping it reach financial close - https://lnkd.in/eiUwPjCv Aqueel Bohra, CFA Paromita Chatterjee Ninety One #africa #privatecapital #privatedebt #solar #minigrid #news #investment