Middle East and Africa
Nigerian households use a range of energy, from wood to solar – green energy planning must account for this
Nigerian households use a range of energy sources, including wood and charcoal, even if they can afford to rely on renewables. The government's...
Compressed natural gas vehicles gain slow momentum in Nigeria
Nigeria's government pushes CNG adoption to address fuel shortages, but slow conversions, safety, and costs hinder progress.
Competition in South Africa’s electricity market: new law paves the way, but it won’t be a smooth ride
South Africa electricity market reform: It's a process that evolves over years as technologies and markets change. It is not a destination.
UN moves to unlock stuck climate financing for Afghanistan, agencies say
UN agencies push for climate funds for Afghanistan, stalled since the Taliban's 2021 takeover, officials say.
New Botswana leader eyes cannabis, sunshine to lift economy
Botswana's President Duma Boko unveils plans to diversify the economy via solar energy, medicinal cannabis, and tech innovation.
Critical minerals investment must avoid the mistakes of the past in African mining
Opinion: It is important for mining companies and foreign governments to be cognizant of the historical context that surrounds the African mining industry.
South Africa’s revised carbon tax to be harsher but with more offsets, Treasury says
South Africa is one of the world's top 15 greenhouse gas emitters and the only country in Africa with a carbon tax.
Azerbaijan is the host of the UN’s climate conference, shining a spotlight on the petrostate
Countries will gather in Azerbaijan for COP29 — a place that was one of the birthplaces of the oil industry.
South Africa concerned Trump election will impact climate talks
Trump's election and the collapse of Germany's coalition government this week have come right before COP29.
Electric vehicles in Africa: what’s needed to grow the sector
To make the most of the electric mobility revolution, sub-Saharan African countries need policies and incentives to localise production and invest in green...
