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26/09/2025

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25/09/2025

History was made on 25 September as Russia launched the first-ever simultaneous shipment of nuclear reactors to Egypt and Turkey.

The VVER-1200 Gen 3+ reactor pressure vessels were officially dispatched from different Russian cities during the World Atomic Week opening ceremony in Moscow.

These high-tech components are en route to the El Dabaa nuclear plant in Egypt and a Turkish NPP, showcasing global nuclear collaboration.

ESI Africa is on the ground in Moscow covering the Forum.

https://www.esi-africa.com/news/nuclear-energy-reactor-pressure-vessels-headed-to-egypt/

Rosatom Global International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) World Nuclear Association

The equipment for the nuclear power plant in Egypt was manufactured at Izhora Plant in St. Petersburg, Russia

24/09/2025

🇿🇦 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗛𝗲𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝗗𝗮𝘆, 𝘄𝗲 𝗰𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗽𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿 𝗶𝗻 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝘀𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗱.

When a tragic fire destroyed homes, a resilient community, supported by City Power, rose from the ashes — with 1,812 solar panels, battery storage, and a bold vision of energy justice.

~ From paraffin and candles to clean, reliable electricity.
~ Led by women. Built for families. Powered by purpose.

🎥 𝗪𝗮𝘁𝗰𝗵 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝘂𝗹𝗹 𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲:
👉 https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0nhGm60

This is what it looks like when heritage meets innovation.

24/09/2025

In a bold step toward its energy transition & industrialisation strategy, the Rural Electrification Agency (REA), InfraCorp, and Solarge BV (Netherlands) have formed Solarge Nigeria Limited.

Nigeria to establish 1GW solar panel factory to localise manufacturing and advance its energy transition, led by REA, InfraCorp, and Solarge

24/09/2025

The Nala Local Municipality (Free State) invites bidders to submit proposals for the appointment of a service provider to implement Energy Efficiency and Demand Side Management (EEDSM) within the municipality.

Nala Local Municipality in the Free State invites bids for a 3-year Energy Efficiency and Demand Side Management (EEDSM) project

23/09/2025

Join us on an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of John Thompson, one of South Africa’s leading boiler manufacturers and a division of ACTOM

23/09/2025

A major milestone for Angola’s energy future: the final solar park at Bailundo, Huambo, has been inaugurated, completing a 370MW project spanning 7 locations.

Built by MCA Group and Sun Africa, these plants will:
• Power approx. 2.4 million people
• Cut carbon emissions by 1 million tonnes/year
• Save 1.4 million litres of diesel annually
The network includes sites at Biopio, Baía Farta, Saurimo, Luena, Lucapa, and Cuito – spread across Benguela, Huambo, Bié, Lunda Norte, Lunda Sul and Moxico.

The first two plants – Biopio and Baía Farta – were inaugurated in July 2022 and together contain over 770,000 solar panels.

Design review and supervision provided by the consultancy, dar.

The solar plants form part of Angola’s strategy to shift toward green energy and reduce reliance on diesel generators and thermal energy

23/09/2025

South Africa’s clean transport shift just gained more traction. Eskom has signed a Memorandum of Cooperation with BYD Auto South Africa, supporting the launch of the all-electric BYD Dolphin Surf – a compact and affordable EV now entering the local market.

This collaboration builds on Eskom’s recent rollout of 20 EVs and 10 charging stations for internal use, as part of its commitment to driving the EV transition.

“Having successfully rolled out EVs within our fleet, we are ready to enable wider adoption by bringing practical and accessible charging infrastructure to South Africans,” said Eskom’s acting Group Executive for Distribution, Agnes Mlambo.

https://www.esi-africa.com/news/south-africa-eskom-backs-affordable-chinese-ev/

BYD South Africa Eskom Hld SOC Ltd

Eskom said the Chinese EV symbolises "both affordability and accessibility, making cleaner mobility a realistic choice for South Africans"

22/09/2025

Electricity consumption in the Middle East and North Africa has surged since 2020 and is expected to keep rising sharply. A new International Energy Agency (IEA) report highlights a growing shift in power generation: natural gas, renewables, and nuclear are expanding, while oil’s role is set to decline.

The report also shows that electricity demand in has tripled since 2000, driven by rising populations and incomes.

In North Africa, countries like Algeria and Egypt are seeing a move away from gas, with rapid growth in wind, solar PV, and nuclear supporting a shift to low-emissions power sources.

Find out how this evolving region is preparing for the future of energy:

Demand for electricity is surging across the MENA, driven by the rapidly rising need for air conditioning and water desalination

22/09/2025

Namibia has launched its first large-scale, solar-powered green hydrogen facility in Walvis Bay. Developed by Cleanergy Solutions Namibia, this pioneering project includes:
• A 6.5 ha solar park
• A 5 MW PEM electrolyser
• 5.9 MWh battery storage
• A hydrogen refuelling station
• A Hydrogen Academy

The facility produces green hydrogen to fuel trucks, rail, port equipment and small vessels and will supply ammonia for maritime shipping. It positions Namibia as a critical player in future green maritime corridors.

https://www.esi-africa.com/news/namibia-opens-solar-powered-green-hydrogen-hub/

The Namibian Ports Authority - Namport

Namibia launches Africa’s first large-scale solar-powered green hydrogen facility, Cleanergy Solutions, combining production

22/09/2025

Steenkampskraal Monazite Mine (SMM), one of the world’s highest-grade rare earth and thorium deposits, has received the first tranche of funding from the Industrial Development Corporation (IDC) to construct its Phase 1 Metallurgical Implementation.

Located 71km north of Vanrhynsdorp in the Western Cape, SMM is progressing toward steady-state production of Monazite Concentrate. This marks a significant milestone, as the IDC’s funding will support construction of the Phase 1 concentration plant.

“This is the first of four tranches, and an important milestone in realising the full potential of our resource,” said SMM Chairperson Enock Mathebula.

Future phases include:
• CLDMREC production with Chimerical Technology
• REE separation with Remedy Group
• Fluorination with Rare Earth Refiners
• Metallisation and production of end-products in partnership with global players

https://www.esi-africa.com/news/south-africa-idc-funds-steenkampskraal-rare-earths-project/

Industrial Development Corporation

The Steenkampskraal project is structured as a series of interlinked phases, each designed to capture additional value

19/09/2025

Djibouti celebrates progress toward its 2035 100% renewable goal with the launch of its first off-grid solar project in Adailou. A new model for rural electrification: 165kW solar + 500kWh storage = sustainable energy independence. https://www.esi-africa.com/news/djiboutis-first-off-grid-solar-plant-powers-a-village/

LONGi Solar

This off-grid solar power project in Djibouti is a flagship example of how solar and battery storage technologies can unlock energy access.