World Vision and Panasonic Corporation have launched an off-grid solutions project in Narok County, Kenya
Energy
Kibo’s Benga DFS well ahead of schedule in Mozambique
Kibo Energy plc, the multi-asset Africa-focused energy company, announced that a definitive feasibility study (DFS) has been designed to confirm Benga Independent Power Project’s commercial and operational viability is progressing well ahead of schedule
AFC invests US$197.08mn in 44MW hydro power project in Côte d’Ivoire

The project aims to create electrification opportunities in the country. (Image source: destiny419/Pixabay)
Africa Finance Corporation (AFC) has announced the financial close of a bridge loan facility contracted by Ivoire Hydro Energy (IHE) for the construction of the 44MW Singrobo-Ahouaty hydroelectric power project (SAHP) and associated infrastructure
Lisbon hosts 21st Africa Energy Forum
About 3,000 stakeholders and investors are expected to attend the 21st Africa Energy Forum in Portugal this June. ((Image source: EnergyNet)
The 21st Africa Energy Forum takes place from 11-14 June 2019 in Portugal, providing a platform for important energy projects to be reviewed and showcased in front of international investors
AfDB approves US$25mn grant for renewable energy projects

ARPF will provide equity for the development and construction of 10 to 15 greenfield renewable energy projects in Sub-Saharan Africa. (Image source: Marufish/Flickr)
The African Development Bank (AfDB) has approved an equity investment of up to US$25mn in ARCH Africa Renewable Power Fund (ARPF), a US$250mn private equity fund for renewable energy projects across Sub-Saharan Africa