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The African Energy Transition Provides Opportunity (By NJ Ayuk)

A heavy reliance on fossil fuel exports means that many African nations will need to walk a fine line between economic stability and the transition to clean energy

By NJ Ayuk, Executive Chairman, African Energy Chamber (https://EnergyChamber.org). Let’s really think about this: Today, Africa contributes less than 5% of the world’s energy-related emissions, despite being home to 19% of Earth’s population. By 2060, the continent’s population is expected to reach 28% of the global total. But guess what?…

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Africa’s Critical Minerals and the Future of the Global Energy Transition

Africa’s critical minerals – cobalt, lithium, copper and PGMs – are central to the global energy transition, powering clean technologies and EVs

As the world accelerates its shift from fossil fuels to clean energy technologies, Africa is emerging as a central player in supplying the minerals that underpin this transformation. According to the African Energy Chamber’s (AEC) (https://EnergyChamber.org) State of African Energy 2026 Outlook, the continent’s abundant reserves of critical minerals – including…

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Data Centers Could Be the Spark Africa’s Power Sector Needs (By NJ Ayuk)

The growth of data centers also often brings with it a push for innovative power solutions, including the integration of renewable energy sources and advanced grid management technologies

By NJ Ayuk, Executive Chairman, African Energy Chamber (https://EnergyChamber.org/). A quarter of the way into the 21st century, digital technology has infiltrated the daily lives of billions of people to an incredible degree across the globe — but not everywhere… yet. As digital penetration rapidly nears 100% in many parts…

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African Energy Chamber, ccCASH Partner to Bring Climate Finance Directly to African Households

The partnership launches a pan-African clean cooking currency, putting climate finance directly into households and accelerating the adoption of sustainable cooking solutions

The African Energy Chamber (AEC) (https://EnergyChamber.org/) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with (B)energy, developer of the ccCASH initiative, to establish a continent-wide mechanism for clean cooking finance. The collaboration marks a major step toward making households active participants in Africa’s energy transition. Africa faces a critical energy challenge:…

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A Stronger Africa Requires Stronger Investment Policies (By NJ Ayuk)

Stable fiscal regimes, predictable contract terms, and anti-corruption measures help de-risk projects and give investors the confidence to commit long-term capital

By NJ Ayuk, Executive Chairman, African Energy Chamber (https://EnergyChamber.org/). Investor confidence in Algeria’s energy sector is climbing. The country — already one of Africa’s most active oil and gas producers — has seen even more momentum in 2025. In October, Algeria’s national oil company, Sonatrach, announced a USD5.4 billion partnership…

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A Blueprint for Energy Access: Empowering Africa through Innovation and Investment (By NJ Ayuk)

Africa must lead with balanced energy strategies that combine gas-to-power with pragmatic renewable energy solutions like DG systems and microgrids

By NJ Ayuk, Executive Chairman, African Energy Chamber (https://EnergyChamber.org).  A few generations ago in America, grandparents often reminded children how fortunate they were by recalling stories of walking miles to school or doing homework by candlelight. But for 27-year-old Emmanuel Malamba, who grew up in the rural district of Nkhotakota,…

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G20 Forum to Feature Green Energy, Carbon Leaders Amid African Energy Transition Drive

To make energy poverty history, Africa requires innovative financing and accelerated project development

Africa’s green energy sector is entering a period of rapid growth, driven by continental efforts to enhance power generation, support an energy transition and make energy poverty history. With over 620 trillion cubic feet of natural gas reserves and abundant solar and wind potential, the continent is well-positioned to use…

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Policy & Projects Could Drive African Low-Carbon Hydrogen towards 50 Million Tonnes Per Annum (MTPA) by 2035

The African Energy Chamber’s State of African Energy Outlook highlights the impact of policy and projects on Africa’s low-carbon hydrogen landscape

Africa is rapidly emerging as a key player in the global hydrogen economy, with abundant renewable energy resources positioning the continent to produce low-carbon hydrogen at scale. By 2035, the continent could produce up to 50 million tons of low-carbon hydrogen per annum, driven by rising demand across transport, industrial,…

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Africa Pushes Scale: African Energy Chamber G20 Forum to Spotlight Large-Scale Energy and Infrastructure Integration

A session at the G20 African Energy Investment Forum will spotlight how large-scale renewable and infrastructure investments are transforming Africa’s power landscape – from cross-border grids to new baseload and storage projects

The African Energy Chamber (AEC) (https://EnergyChamber.org/) will host a strategic panel on “Scaling Large-Scale Energy & Infrastructure” at the upcoming G20 African Energy Investment Forum in Johannesburg, bringing together financiers, policymakers and developers to explore how to mobilize both public and private capital to drive renewable integration and infrastructure scale-up…

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Namibia International Energy Conference Returns in 2026, Exploring Road to First Oil, Partnerships and Investment

Endorsed and supported by the Government of Namibia and the African Energy Chamber, the 8th edition of the conference returns from April 14-16, 2026

RichAfrica Consultancy is proud to announce that the Namibia International Energy Conference (NIEC) will return to Windhoek for its 8th edition from 14–16 April 2026. Building on the success of its previous editions, this milestone event will shape Namibia’s next chapter in its energy journey as the country moves towards…