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The African Development Fund’s (ADF) Board of Directors has approved a grant of $22.9 million for the rehabilitation of Malawi’s Kapichira and Nkula B hydropower plants, marking a transformative investment in the nation’s energy future. The $118.7 million initiative, with co-financing opportunities, will rehabilitate two critical power generation facilities—Kapichira I… +

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During operations, the mine is expected to support up to 900 direct and indirect jobs, contribute approximately 10% of national GDP, and stimulate substantial local supply chain growth FG Gold Limited (“FG Gold”) (https://FGGoldMining.com/) is pleased to announce that it has achieved financial close and the first drawdown on its US$330… +

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The continent’s diversity in energy systems, industrial capacity and regulatory readiness must become a source of collective strength Experts in new energy vehicles, along with industry leaders, academics, and specialists, are gathering in Gqeberha to share valuable insights on industry innovations and initiatives – particularly those focused on decarbonising the… +

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Spiro, one of Africa’s leading two-wheeler electric mobility companies, announced on Tuesday, October 21, 2025, that it has raised $100 million (USD) to expand its battery-swapping infrastructure. This record-breaking fundraising round marks a major milestone for the electric motorcycle sector on the continent. Record Funding and Innovative Business Model The investment represents… +

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The imposition of new U.S. taxes on steel has created yet another hurdle for Mozambique’s massive liquefied natural gas (LNG) project. Already affected by delays and security challenges, the project’s overall cost could rise significantly as a result of these measures—an issue that is worrying the energy industry. On October… +

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The trend toward strengthening national control over mineral wealth—already observed in the Sahel through the Alliance of Sahel States (AES)—is now spreading to Southern Africa. This region is home to several of Africa’s mining powerhouses, including Zimbabwe (the leading lithium producer), Botswana (the top diamond producer), and Zambia (the second-largest… +