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Parliament of the Republic of Uganda
Source: Parliament of the Republic of Uganda |

Uganda: Energy Minister calls for more investment in electricity sector

The power generated and distributed from the national grid will provide a cheaper alternative for Ugandans compared to that generated from heavy fuel oil (HFO)

The Minister for Energy and Mineral Development, Hon. Ruth Nankabirwa has urged Parliament to support more investment in last mile electricity connections to support Uganda’s value addition agenda. “Electricity is very critical and the limitations on distribution is a common phenomenon in the entire country, where we have the national…

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Libya’s Infrastructure Rebuild: Italian Expertise, Global Investment to Drive New Power, Transport and Water Projects

The Libya-Italy Roundtable and VIP Networking Evening – taking place in Rome on September 23 – will showcase Libya’s current infrastructure drive and the role for Italian construction and engineering firms in the sector

As Libya seeks partners for rebuilding its critical infrastructure and supporting economic recovery, international companies, particularly from Europe and the Middle East, are invited to participate in the country’s reconstruction efforts through public-private partnerships and direct investment. The Libya-Italy Roundtable and VIP Networking Evening – taking place in Rome on…

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Critical Minerals Africa (CMA) to Examine Impacts of Renewable Energy Systems in African Mining

The Critical Minerals Africa 2024 Summit will showcase measures adopted by African projects to advance energy security and affordability

A growing number of African critical mineral projects are adopting renewable energy solutions and signing Power Purchase Agreements (PPA) to meet their production goals. Platinum group metals (PGM) producer Northam (https://apo-opa.co/4ghRLe7), for example, announced in August 2024 that it will utilize a 180 MW solar facility to power its Zondereinde…

International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA)
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International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Concludes Long Term Operation Safety Review at South Africa’s Koeberg Nuclear Power Plant

The team provided a draft report to the plant management and to the South African National Nuclear Regulator (NNR) at the end of the mission

An International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) team of experts today completed a review of long term operational safety of the Koeberg Nuclear Power Plant (NPP) in South Africa. The Safety Aspects of Long Term Operation (SALTO) follow-up review mission was requested by the plant’s operator, Eskom. Koeberg Units one and…

Republic of South Africa: The Parliament
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Media Statement: Electricity and Energy Committee Briefed on Koeberg and Nuclear New Build Programme

The department provided an update on the preparations underway for the 2 500 MW nuclear new build programme as directed in the 2019 Integrated Resource Plan

The Department of Electricity and Energy and Eskom on Wednesday briefed the Portfolio Committee on Electricity and Energy on the status of the nuclear new build programme and the extension of the Koeberg nuclear power station's lifespan. The department provided an update on the preparations underway for the 2 500…

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Africa Faces Massive Poverty and Economic Hardship in the Name of Fighting Climate Change (By NJ Ayuk)

Pressure is building to phase out fossil fuels in Africa to fight climate change

By NJ Ayuk, Executive Chairman African Energy Chamber (www.EnergyChamber.org). Organizations ranging from the World Bank to the European Investment Bank (EIB) have dropped support for African fossil fuel production in hopes of encouraging a transition from oil, gas and coal to sustainable energy sources like wind and solar power. Now…

Parliament of the Republic of Uganda
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Uganda : ‘Resettle Karuma power project affected persons’

The proposed budget for resettlement of 119 people displaced by the power project is Shs28 billion out of which Shs4.2 billion is for compensation

Deputy Speaker, Thomas Tayebwa has advised the Minister of State for Energy and Mineral Development, Hon. Phiona Nyamutoro to consider requesting for a supplementary budget to resettle and compensate the Karuma Hydro power project affected persons (PAPs).  The proposed budget for resettlement of 119 people displaced by the power project…

The Presidency of the Republic of South Africa
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President Ramaphosa leads South Africa delegation to China for State Visit and the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation Summit

The State Visit and Forum on China – Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) Summit will take place in Beijing from 2 - 5 September 2024

President Cyril Ramaphosa will at the invitation of His Excellency President Xi Jinping undertake a State Visit to the People’s Republic of China and participate at the Forum on China – Africa Cooperation Summit (FOCAC). The State Visit and FOCAC Summit will take place in Beijing from 2 - 5…

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Trinasolar Reinforces Its Commitment to South Africa's Renewable Energy Future with Landmark Event in Cape Town

Trinasolar also announced the establishment of the Trinasolar SA Padel Club, an initiative designed to strengthen business relationships with key partners in South Africa's renewable energy industry

Trinasolar (www.Trinasolar.com), a global leader in smart PV and energy storage solutions, further solidified its commitment to South Africa’s renewable energy future with an insightful customer event in Cape Town on August 26th. This event not only emphasized Trinasolar’s ongoing expansion in the region but also highlighted its transformative impact…

United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS)
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Providing renewable energy to health centres in Côte d’Ivoire

UNOPS is working with the government and the World Bank to upgrade health facilities in rural areas of the country

People living in rural areas of Côte d’Ivoire are dependent on health centres to meet their healthcare needs. In support of the Ministry of Health's priorities of providing equitable healthcare access, UNOPS is procuring solar equipment that will provide a renewable source of electricity to more than 160 health centres…