Scatec Solar has signed an agreement to develop, build, own and operate a solar power plant in Jigawa State, Nigeria
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Brazil keen to invest in Tanzania’s energy sector
Puente said that Brazil is willing to share its expertise in hydropower and bio-electricity to help Tanzania’s clean energy sector. (Image Source: Davebloggs007/Flickr)
Brazil has announced that it is interested in investing in Tanzania’s renewable energy sector
Six East African energy ministries to address EAPIC
The event is organised by Spintelligent, the Cape Town-based trade exhibition and conference organiser. (Image Source: EAPIC)
The energy ministries from six East African countries – Kenya, Somaliland, South Sudan, Sudan, Tanzania and Uganda – are confirmed to address the opening address at the East African Power Industry Convention (EAPIC) to be held on 21 September in Nairobi, Kenya
‘Africa’s first solar powered bus’ launched in Uganda
The bus is run on a traction motor powered by a battery linked to the solar panel on the roof. (Image Source: Kiira Motors)
Kiira Motors has launched the Kayoola, claimed to be Africa’s first solar powered bus, in Kampala, Uganda
World Bank stops funding DR Congo's biggest hydropower project
The hydropower project is eventually expected to produce 44,000MW. (Image Source: Vattenfall/Flickr)
The World Bank has reportedly suspended funding to help develop a US$14bn hydropower project in DR Congo, after a disagreement with the nation over implementation plans