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African countries see SMRs as key to future nuclear development
Small modular reactors are increasingly being seen as the future of nuclear power in Africa, with a growing number of countries viewing the technology as a way to expand electricity access and support long-term economic development.
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World Bank backs Eastern Africa power grid integration with $1.6bn programme
The World Bank Group has approved a $1.6bn financing package for the RETRADE-EA, a 10-year initiative aimed at expanding cross-border electricity trade in east Africa and strengthening regional grid integration.
World Bank, AfDB joint initiative Mission 300 connects 50mn people amid African electrification drive
Mission 300 has connected more than 50mn people to electricity across 40 African countries since its launch in 2024, marking a key milestone towards its target of reaching 300mn people by 2030.
World Bank cuts Sub-Saharan Africa growth forecast as energy shock bites
The World Bank warns that higher energy costs and weaker external demand stemming from the Middle East conflict are outweighing the benefits of structural reforms, stronger commodities prices
Tanzania's stalled $1bn uranium project Mkuju River gains momentum after talks with Russian partners
Put on ice when uranium prices plummeted in 2011, the project is being developed by a subsidiary of Russia’s Uranium One Group.
Qatar Airways expands African network with Port Sudan launch and added frequencies
Qatar Airways is expanding its African network with a new Port Sudan service from July 2, resumed flights to Seychelles, Kigali and Marrakesh, and added frequencies across Egypt and southern Africa.
Russia plans Africa summit in October as Moscow deepens Sahel ties
Russia will hold its latest Russia-Africa summit in October, according to officials involved in preparations for the event, as Moscow seeks to expand political, military and economic influence across Africa.
Nigerian billionaire Dangote favours Kenya over Tanzania for 650,000-bpd East Africa oil refinery
Africa's richest man says Kenya is emerging as the preferred location for a proposed $15bn–$17bn refinery, citing Mombasa’s deep port and large fuel market.
IMF: Africa shifts from external to domestic debt come with rewards and risks
A major transformation is underway in sub-Saharan Africa: Governments are increasingly shifting borrowing away from external debt and toward domestic debt. This trend brings fresh opportunities to build resilience and support development.
Number of people without electricity halved since 2000 – OWID
Most people in the world would think very little before flicking on the lights, charging a mobile phone or turning on a laptop to read this.