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GulfSol 2013 set to address MENA solar power problems

Solar power in the Middle East seems simultaneously logical with sun-scorched deserts everywhere, and illogical, all that oil, at the same time. But several of the “Gulf monarchies,” all major...

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City of Cape Town to share its water and sanitation vision and showcase...

“Demand will outstrip supply by 2019” The City of Cape Town will showcase its world class water and sanitation facilities and share its strategic plans for the future of the City’s water services...

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New IFC Vice President Jean Philippe Prosper Pledges Further IFC Financing in...

DAKAR, Senegal, May 10, 2013/African Press Organization (APO)/ – IFC, a member of the World Bank Group, will further expand its investments in infrastructure in Senegal, as well as continue advising...

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ZIMFUND launches first phase of Zimbabwe’s water supply and sanitation rehab...

by Wallace Mawire The Zimbabwe Multi-Donor Trust Fund (ZimFund) urgent Water Supply and Sanitation Rehabilitation Project phase one expected to increase the reliability, quality and availability of...

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African energy company to expand operations in the continent

Cennergi, a recently-formed African energy company which is committed to providing energy solutions to Africans, is reported to be gearing up to acquire sizeable operational energy assets in generation...

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IMF Mission Concludes the 2013 Article IV Mission to the Republic of Congo

BRAZZAVILLE, Republic of the Congo, May 14, 2013/African Press Organization (APO)/ – An International Monetary Fund (IMF) mission led by Mr. Mbuyamu Matungulu visited Brazzaville during April 29–May...

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Ten African Government Ministers confirm attendance at the 15th Africa Energy...

A recent report from the World Bank indicated that the GDP of a third of African countries grew by at least 6% last year, despite the estimate that power outages cost African economies, on average,...

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SA ECONOMIC GROWTH HIT BY MINING SECTOR

Will the Chinese purchase divested mining interests? South Africa’s economic growth is lagging somewhat behind that of its peers in the developing world. IMF forecasts for 2013 indicate that emerging...

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Canadian Solar’s Partner Romano Wins Eskom Rooftop Project in Johannesburg

About Eskom Eskom generates approximately 95% of the electricity used in South Africa and approximately 45% of the electricity used in Africa. Eskom generates, transmits and distributes electricity to...

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Abengoa to develop 132 kilometer transmission line project in Kenya

– The project, financed by the African Development Bank, is worth approximately €32 million. About Abengoa Abengoa (MCE: ABG.B) is a company that applies innovative technology solutions for...

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“African countries are increasingly focused on the potential renewable energy...

Exclusive interview with Dr. Nawal Al-Hosany, Director of Zayed Future Energy Prize, gold sponsors at the upcoming Clean Power Africa. 1) Can you give us some background on the Zayed Future Energy...

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Electricity, Renewable Sources, and Development: A Glance at Eritrea

Fikrejesus Amahazion Born in Asmara, Eritrea, I eventually moved to Canada, completing high school with honors, and receiving an Academic-Athletic scholarship to St. Bonaventure University (NY, USA)....

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The powerful Y’ello Box is bringing 24/7 electricity to Nigeria via your...

In a world first, Nigeria is pioneering a new solar electricity service and it is already transforming lives. The Y’ello Box is a solar electricity system that officially launched earlier this year and...

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Key Player In Energy Transition In Africa

Africa has a population of 1.2 billion, but 50% do not have access to electricity. In rural areas, far from the national electrical networks, this rate reaches 82% of the population, i.e. over 600...

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Three massive Green Climate Projects in Africa worth over US$110 million

During October 17-20, 2018 Green Climate Fund held a meeting in Manama, Bahrain. It was the 21st board meeting which was co-chaired by Paul Oquist from Nicaragua and Ambassador Lennart Båge from...

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Development of Renewables Projects in Africa

Solar projects stretching across the Sahel region are expected to connect 250m people with electricity by tapping into the region’s abundant solar resource The details of the “Desert to Power...

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The United Kingdom will help with renewable energy in Somaliland

The UK-funded Energy Security and Resource Efficiency in Somaliland (ESRES) programme is giving more people across Somaliland access to affordable, clean and renewable energy. Through a phased...

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Agera Energy is an Industry Leader and Healthy Environment Advocate

Having its headquarters in Briarcliff Manor, New York, Agera Energy is recognized as an industry leader. It is a licensed natural gas and electricity supplier. The company is an energy supplier...

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To Solve its Power Distribution Problems, Africa Needs to Modernise and...

By Anastasia WALSH, International Energy Consultant in Johannesburg Electrification is an on-going and foundational investment, and a necessary one to realize all modern-day development objectives....

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Renewables require real marketing and branding – like other sectors

THEnergy and Free Radicals join forces to help accelerate the energy transition Electricity is extremely abstract, which makes it nearly impossible to differentiate at the product marketing level. For...

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