Eskom, ferrochrome sector look to keep lid on energy pricing
The parties have entered into a MoU that formalises a joint commitment to develop a sustainable, long-term intervention for the ferrochrome sector Read More at ESI Africa
The programme you’ve been waiting for – Enlit Africa 2026 is live
Tackling Africa’s energy transition gap head-on Read More at ESI Africa
Zambia: Army signs up for 3 solar energy projects
The agreement comes as Zambia intensifies efforts to close its electricity deficit through accelerated deployment of utility-scale solar Read More at ESI Africa
Kenya: Mega dam hydropower project back on the cards
Originally envisioned in the 1950s, the High Grand Falls Dam is planned to span more than 165 square kilometres and hold up to 5.6 billion cubic metres of water Read More at ESI Africa
Design26 Foundation: Empowering women, one stitch at a time
The foundation provides young women with sewing skills training and once they’ve completed that training, provides employment opportunities Read More at ESI Africa
Council greenlights Faure and Paarden Eiland water schemes
Based on the separate feasibility studies, a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model was supported as the most suitable model to use for these two complex projects Read More at ESI Africa
Nuclear energy jobs rise but skills shortages threaten new builds
The International Energy Agency’s (IEA) World Energy Employment 2025 report points out that nuclear investment increased by 6% in 2024 Read More at ESI Africa
Uganda sees off-grid connections surpass expectations
Mubiru shared that the projected connection numbers for the current programme have already been surpassed ahead of schedule Read More at ESI Africa
Zambia breaks ground on 100MW solar energy project
Located on 285 hectares around 11 kilometres from the Kafue-Chirundu Road and close to the Kafue Gorge Lower hydropower station, the Chirundu Solar Plant forms part of a national solar pipeline expected to exceed 1,000MW in the coming months Read More at ESI Africa
LONGi BC technology data: Performance and reliability exceed expectations
Global field data demonstrate that the Hi-MO 9 exhibits stability and consistency exceeding expectations Read More at ESI Africa
Akwasi Donkor James Clinches Best Poultry Farmer Award at 2025 National Agriculture Event
The Ghanaian agricultural sector continues to witness inspiring success stories, and one such remarkable achievement was recorded on December 5th, 2025, when Mr. Akwasi Donkor James emerged as the Best Poultry Farmer at a prestigious national agric event held at Naama Kwaatutaa in the Offinso Municipality. This event is significant as Akwasi Donkor James Clinches …
NAPIT has Welcomed the Findings of Energy Security and Net Zero Committee Report Following its “Workforce Planning to Deliver Clean, Secure Energy” Inquiry
NAPIT has Welcomed the Findings of Energy Security and Net Zero Committee Report Following its “Workforce Planning to Deliver Clean, Secure Energy” Inquiry The committee says the Government will only meet its clean energy 2030 or 2050 decarbonised building targets if there is significant new intervention in the UK workforce and calls for a leading …
Power sector surges past fuel supply in global jobs race
Energy employment is expected to remain a major source of job growth and an important foundation for public support of energy policies Read More at ESI Africa
LONGi enters energy storage market, redefining industry standards with “Ultimate Safety”
The “Stability Triangle” energy framework is centered on solar, energy storage, and hydrogen energy. Read More at ESI Africa
InstaVolt welcomes £1.5bn EV package but warns new costs could undermine driver and investor confidence
InstaVolt has welcomed the Government’s £1.5 billion package to accelerate the UK’s transition to electric vehicles, but warned that confirmed pay-per-mile taxation and unresolved cost pressures still threaten to slow EV uptake and delay investment in public charging infrastructure. This week’s Autumn Budget confirmed: £1.3 billion of additional funding for the Electric Car Grant, extending …
Wind sector will need 628,000 workers by 2030 – GWEC
GWEC CEO Ben Backwell said the organisation alongside the Global Wind Organisation (GWO) are calling for urgent action to address the workforce shortage and scale up installation capability Read More at ESI Africa
Women in tech step into the spotlight at WomenIN Festival
Women are finally stepping into the AI and tech space we’ve been encouraging them to enter Read More at ESI Africa
Nuclear energy can help cut power costs in emerging markets
Under the right conditions, a new report finds that nuclear could supply up to 20% of electricity generation in these markets by 2050 Read More at ESI Africa
SAPVIA urges collaboration on finalising critical new SSEG safety standard
The updated SANS 10142-1, designed to consider latest technical requirements for PV systems, has been years in the making Read More at ESI Africa
Energy Storage Engineer sought for pioneering Africa projects
If you want your work to have a visible, lasting impact and you are ready to help shape the next wave of clean energy in Africa, this is your opportunity Read More at ESI Africa
Ghana targets nuclear energy to boost electricity output, exports
Ghana is currently in Phase Two of the International Atomic Energy Agency’s nuclear power development milestones Read More at ESI Africa
Illinois Launches New Statewide Paint Recycling Program
A new paint recycling program began in Illinois on Dec. 1, 2025, enabling households and businesses to recycle leftover paint, stain and varnish conveniently and sustainably. The program is operated by PaintCare, a nonprofit organization created by paint companies through the American Coatings Association (ACA) to manage leftover paint in states that have enacted paint …
HIRI Reports a Cooling in Large Renovations and DIY Dominance in Q3 2025
The Home Improvement Research Institute (HIRI) released the Quarterly Homeowner Project Activity Tracker Q3 2025, detailing homeowners’ attitudes and motivations driving home improvement initiatives, purchasing patterns and future home improvement activity. Here are some fast facts from the study: Home improvement activity peaked for the year in the third quarter: 84% of respondents completed routine …
Clark+Kensington Unveils Enchantedly Bold Paint Palette
Clark+Kensington, a paint line exclusively available at Ace Hardware, recently revealed its new Enchantedly Bold palette, featuring pink and green shades, aligning with the release of the highly-anticipated movie, Wicked: For Good. The palette features four shades: Pure Pink, a bubblegum pink shade; Emerald Cliffs, a muted emerald green; Ominous Clouds, a warm grey; and …