• Bright ideas

    Bright ideas

    From cellphone-charging booths to irrigation systems and shopping-centre rooftops, Africa’s solar revolution is gathering pace.

    The air force

    The air force

    Driven by technology and public-private partnerships, wind-generated power has become an integral part of Africa’s energy mix.

    Power surge

    Power surge

    In an effort to escape the vicious cycle of energy deficiency, the African continent is increasingly embracing a global trend – looking to the earth and sky as renewable energy sources.

    Small wonders

    Small wonders

    Africa’s renewable energy revolution appears to be driven by state-sponsored programmes. But off the grid, a silent revolution is brewing.

    Power of good

    Power of good

    Can Africa put in place practical means to realise its dreams of an integrated regional electricity grid?