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Wind, Solar and Hydro Power: Our renewable energy initiatives in Africa at a glance.

by Media Partner July 9, 2025

by Media Partner July 9, 2025

Africa’s energy landscape is evolving rapidly with rising populations and expanding economies driving the demand for reliable, sustainable and affordable energy. The World Bank estimates that about 640 …
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Doreen Orishaba leads BasiGo’s push for electric mobility in Rwanda.

by Faith James July 1, 2025

by Faith James July 1, 2025

Doreen Orishaba leads BasiGo’s initiative to introduce electric buses to Rwanda, transforming urban transportation sustainably. Doreen Orishaba, a Ugandan engineer and mobility specialist, is currently serving as the …
African Businesswoman Clean Energy climate tech Oil and Gas Social Impact Women in Energy
Salma Okonkwo champion’s clean energy transition in Ghana.

by Happiness Uduak June 13, 2025

by Happiness Uduak June 13, 2025

Salma Okonkwo is building West Africa’s largest solar farm to provide sustainable electricity to underserved communities in northern Ghana. Salma Okonkwo is a leading Ghanaian energy entrepreneur. She …
Clean Energy Female Entrepreneurs Female Techfounders Innovation Social Impact Women in Energy
WidEnergy Africa—How two women moved to electrify Zambian villages.

by Happiness Uduak June 11, 2025

by Happiness Uduak June 11, 2025

WidEnergy Africa empowers Zambian women by providing affordable solar energy solutions and promoting digital access. WidEnergy Africa (WidEnergy) provides affordable, solar-powered energy solutions to off-grid communities in Zambia …
African Businesswoman Clean Energy Climate actors Female Entrepreneurs Green Revolution Innovation Women in Energy
Earthbond—Chidalu Onyenso makes solar power accessible to Nigerian SMEs.

by Happiness Uduak May 22, 2025

by Happiness Uduak May 22, 2025

Chidalu Onyenso is transforming how Nigeria’s small businesses access energy by building a supportive ecosystem that makes solar power affordable, reliable, and sustainable through her innovation, Eathnond. Business …
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Owen Omogiafo is steering Transcorp Group’s strategic expansion.

by Faith James May 12, 2025

by Faith James May 12, 2025

Dr. Owen Omogiafo is a top Nigerian C-suite executive, president, and chief executive officer of Transcorp Group. She has led the conglomerate since March 2020, becoming the first …
Business Clean Energy climate tech Social Impact Tech Women in Energy
Ugwem Eneyo providing smart, sustainable power management solutions across Africa.

by Faith James March 17, 2025

by Faith James March 17, 2025

Ugwem Eneyo is a Nigerian-American who experienced an unreliable electricity system as a child in Nigeria. While pursuing her graduate studies at Stanford University, Eneyo focused on sustainable …
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Chioma Okotcha empowers African SMEs with loans for clean energy adoption.

by Happiness Uduak March 11, 2025

by Happiness Uduak March 11, 2025

Chioma Okotcha is helping Nigeria switch to clean energy by making it easier for people, businesses, and installers to get financing for clean energy equipment. Funding poses a …
Business Clean Energy Finance Funding Gender Inclusion Innovation Women in Energy
Ifeoma Malo is shaping the future of clean energy in Africa, investing in clean-tech startups.

by Faith James March 3, 2025

by Faith James March 3, 2025

Ifeoma Malo, co-founder and CEO of Clean Technology Hub, is transforming Nigeria’s clean energy sector. On 14 December 2021, Clean Technology Hub, in a strategic partnership with All …
Business Clean Energy Social Impact Women in Energy
Sandra Chukwudozie serves over 1.5 million Nigerians with clean energy —28 million to go.

by Faith James January 28, 2025

by Faith James January 28, 2025

Energy access is essential for economic development, yet millions worldwide still live without reliable access to electricity. This lack of energy, especially in underserved and off-grid communities, stifles …

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