Senegal commissions another 30 MW solar park
The Ten Merina solar facility was built by Engie’s subsidiary, Solairedirect. The project was financed by French investment firm, Meridiam and Proparco.
Masdar, EDF sign MOU to develop sub-Saharan Africa’s off-grid sector
A Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) has been signed by Masdar, the Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company, and EDF SA, the parent company of the EDF Group, to develop off-grid projects in sub-Saharan African countries.
IRENA and ADFD to fund $25m PV projects in Mauritius and Rwanda
The International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) and the Abu Dhabi Fund for Development (ADFD) have announced that two solar PV projects – one located in Mauritius and the other in Rwanda – will be receiving $25 million in concessional loans from ADFD, one in Mauritius and one in Rwanda.
Gigawatt Global and Energiya to install 100 MW of PV in Ethiopia
The Dutch-U.S. solar developer and the Israeli company are teaming up to construct 10 solar power plants with a capacity of 10 MW each at several university campuses in Ethiopia.
South Sudan could reap immediate benefits from solar– report
The United States Institute of Peace (USIP) has proposed a “green pivot” for South Sudan, where solar energy could help decouple economic growth from the geopolitics of oil and gas. In a special report, it has identified three opportunities where solar could yield benefits. A donor-led transition is required.
GCL-Poly Energy reveals O&M, leasing deals following share sale
GCL-Poly Energy has announced a handful of service deals among several of its subsidiaries dating back to 2016, in line with disclosure requirements related to a recent share subscription by its Hong Kong-listed solar O&M unit, GCL New Energy (GNE).
Sierra Leone begins construction on its first solar park
The 6 MW Solar Park Freetown will be built with the support of the Abu Dhabi Fund for Development (ADFD).
Nigeria launches Sub-Saharan Africa’s first green bond
The $29.8 million in funds will be used to finance the implementation of projects by Nigeria’s Ministries, Departments and Agencies towards the achievement of its commitment to the Paris Agreement.
Ghana to launch rooftop solar program in 2018
Through the scheme, the Ghanaian government hopes to deploy around 200 MW of rooftop PV capacity.
Kenyatta University of Nairobi unveils “Centre of Excellence” with PV focus
Kenyatta University of Nairobi, has launched a Sh59 million (US$571,700) “Centre of Excellence” focused on the generation of solar energy in Kenya.
