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Egypt leads North Africa with its solar energy output
MENA countries have increased solar energy capacity in 2023 by 23% year-on-year, with Egypt one of the standout nations.
Water for the future: Tangiers takes steps to secure lifeblood
Overlooking the Strait of Gibraltar at the northern tip of Morocco, Tangiers is a cosmopolitan place and gateway to Africa.
Algeria: Developers start construction on solar energy plants in the north
Construction has started on two solar plants in Algeria that form part of the country’s energy transition programme.
Morocco launches tender for 400MW wind energy project
Morocco has launched a pre-qualification round for the financing, construction and operation of a 400MW wind energy project.
Algeria grid set for enhancement or modernisation under agreement
An advanced grid technologies company teamed up with Algeria's Sonelgaz to enhance the country's grid infrastructure.
Record year for wind energy, with Kenya, Egypt ones to watch – report
Kenya and Egypt are the two African countries most likely to make the most headway in the wind energy generating sector.
Solar energy projects in Egypt to lessen reliance on petrol
Egypt's Ministry of Petroleum and Mineral Resources has announced two solar projects that will be built at a refinery and a petrol company.
Two new 10MW solar PV plants for Tunisia
A French renewable energy company has closed financing to construct and operate two 10MW solar PV plants in Feriana town in Tunisia.
Egypt’s electric train to sit on Scunthorpe made tracks
Egypt has awarded a contract to a European steel maker to supply rail for the country’s first fully electric train network.
Backer of renewable energy projects in Africa scoops two awards
A funder of renewable energy initiatives in Africa has been recognised for its backing of projects in Ivory Coast and Egypt.
20 solar plants to drive energy development programme in Algeria
Sonelgaz has signed 19 contracts with local and international companies to construct solar PV plants across Algeria.
Egypt: Digital platform created to track solar panels and installations
Egypt has set up a digital one-stop hub that lists and keeps track of all solar panels and related installation projects in the country.
Middle East Energy: Unveiling advancements in renewable energy and decarbonisation
A keen focus on accelerating the global energy transformation and exploring opportunities at the cusp of the transition towards sustainability will be the central themes at this year’s 49th ...
Egypt: Solar plant to be built for largest aluminium producer
The operations of Egypt’s largest aluminium producer is to be powered by a 1GW solar plant, says the country's Ministry of Public Works.
Grand Egyptian Museum: Africa’s first, awarded green building certification
The Grand Egyptian Museum has been awarded the EDGE Advanced Green Building Certification, making the museum the first in Africa to receive the accolade.
Morocco’s green train revolution on track to meet energy goals
Nearly all Morocco's trains are operating using green energy, the country's National Railway Office (ONCF) announced recently.
Solar and energy storage system powers offices in South Sudan
Offices in Juba, South Sudan have had a 50.144kWp solar installation with a 218kwh battery energy storage system commissioned recently.
Devastating floods in Libya caused $1.8 billion worth of damage
According to a recently published report, the funds required to reconstruct and recover eastern Libya following devastating flooding are estimated to be $1.8 billion.
Mauritania: Energy projects geared toward 2030 electricity-for-all plan
Mauritania has received finance for solar power generation, rural electrification and transnational electricity interconnection projects.
Technical assistance needed to prepare water strategy in Libya
The Ministry of Water Resources in Libya invites consulting firms to indicate their interest in providing assistance services in preparation for the Water Strategy Forum.
Mauritania: Clean energy ambitions could be fuelled by green hydrogen
Mauritania is ideally placed to become a green hydrogen producer, given its geographical attributes, presence of natural hydrogen - report.
Egypt: Solar energy to help preserve heritage sites and museums
Solar power stations have been set up at five world heritage sites and museums in Egypt in a bid to protect these cultural landmarks.
Another wind energy project on the cards for Egypt
Egypt has entered into a wind energy deal with a Saudi-listed company that is expected to provide electricity to about a million homes.
North Africa: 2023 saw $2 billion in AfDB funding for energy and climate
In 2023, North Africa received $2 billion from the AfDB to finance a series of key operations, including developing energy infrastructure and boosting climate resilience.
National strategy for green hydrogen under review in Egypt
The President of Egypt was recently briefed on the government’s efforts to implement the national strategy for green hydrogen.
Egypt: Green hydrogen project to be powered by wind, solar energy
Egypt and a Saudi water desalination company have signed a framework agreement to develop a green hydrogen project to produce green ammonia.
Mauritania-Mali interconnection power project for energy access
Funding has been secured for a power project between Mauritania and Mali that will provide electricity to hundreds of thousands of people.
Venture to scale green hydrogen projects across the globe
An Abu Dhabi renewable energy company and a clean hydrogen investor have signed an agreement to foster large-scale green hydrogen projects.
Renewables firm needs Wind Technical Performance Manager
A South African renewable energy company needs a Wind Technical Performance Manager to join the team in Cairo, Egypt. Deadline: 8 Jan 2024.
Morocco: Upgrading water and sanitation for circular economy
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development will provide a $12 million loan to the Guelmim-Oued Noun region of Morocco to improve the rural drinking water supply and upgrade four exis...