Category: News Middle East and Africa

Scatec begins operations of Obelisk hybrid project in Egypt

Scatec begins operations of Obelisk hybrid project in Egypt

August 12, 2026 | , , ,

Scatec has reached commercial operations date for the second phase of the Obelisk solar and battery storage project in Egypt. The second phase of the project adds 564 MW of solar capacity, taking the total project solar capacity to 1.1 GW alongside the 100 MW/200 MWh BESS. The project is expected to generate more than 3,000 GWh of clean electricity annually which will be supplied to the Egyptian Electricity Transmission Company.

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CFM closes ZAR 3 billion hydrogen fund in South Africa

CFM closes ZAR 3 billion hydrogen fund in South Africa

August 10, 2026 | , ,

Climate Fund Managers (CFM) has announced the first close of the SA-H2 fund with commitments of approximately ZAR 3 billion in South Africa. The fund will invest in large-scale energy-transition projects across the green hydrogen value chain, including green hydrogen, green ammonia, green methanol and industrial decarbonisation. The fund comprises a development tranche alongside blended equity tranches.

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ITOCHU signs agreement for WtE project in Morocco

ITOCHU signs agreement for WtE project in Morocco

August 4, 2026 | ,

ITOCHU Corporation has partnered with Kanadevia Inova and Nareva for an integrated waste-to-energy (WtE) project in Casablanca, Morocco. The consortium has signed a 33.5-year concession agreement with the Casablanca Municipality, along with power purchase agreements with Morocco’s National Office of Electricity and Drinking Water (ONEE) and SRM Casablanca-Settat. Furthermore, the project will process 1.5 million tonnes of municipal solid waste annually. 

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Gotion Power secures AfDB loan for battery factory in Morocco

Gotion Power secures AfDB loan for battery factory in Morocco

July 27, 2026 | , ,

The African Development Bank (AfDB) Group has approved a €100 million loan to Gotion Power Morocco for the development of an integrated cathode-to-cell lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery factory. The facility will be located in the Rabat-Salé-Kénitra Free Trade Zone. Phase 1 of the project will deliver 10 GWh of battery cell and pack production capacity, with plans to expand to 100 GWh.

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AfDB finances 300 MW wind project in Ethiopia

AfDB finances 300 MW wind project in Ethiopia

July 20, 2026 | , ,

The African Development Bank (AfDB) Group has approved a financing package of up to $110 million for the Aysha wind project in Ethiopia. The financing comprises $80 million from the ADB window, $20 million from the Clean Technology Fund, and $10 million from the Sustainable Energy Fund for Africa. An additional $381.1 million in debt will be provided from other development finance institutions for the project.

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AfDB backs Egypt’s 500 MW solar plus storage project 

AfDB backs Egypt’s 500 MW solar plus storage project 

July 15, 2026 | , , ,

The African Development Bank Group (AfDB) has approved a financing package for the first phase of the 500 MW Dandara solar project with a 100 MWh battery energy storage system (BESS). The project is located in Qena Governorate, Egypt. The $66 million financing comprises $46 million from the Bank’s ordinary resources and $20 million from the Climate Investment Funds’ Clean Technology Fund, with additional debt expected from development finance institutions.

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Masdar reaches financial close for $6.1 billion RTC project in Abu Dhabi

Masdar reaches financial close for $6.1 billion RTC project in Abu Dhabi

July 14, 2026 | ,

Masdar has achieved financial close for a 5.2 GW solar photovoltaic (PV) with a 19 GWh battery energy storage system (BESS) round-the-clock project in Abu Dhabi. The project represents a total investment of $6.1 billion. Masdar will be contributing $1 billion in equity for the project. The project is being developed in partnership with Emirates Water and Electricity Company (EWEC). Project construction commenced in October 2025.

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South Africa approves 890 MW solar PV projects  

South Africa approves 890 MW solar PV projects  

July 9, 2026 | , ,

National Energy Regulator of South Africa (NERSA) has approved generation licences for four solar photovoltaic (PV) projects. The projects have a combined contracted capacity of 890 MW under the Renewable Energy Independent Power Producer Procurement Programme Bid Window 7.3. NERSA received the licence applications in January 2026 and completed the public consultation process before granting approval in May 2026. 

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EDF to develop 2 GW pumped hydro storage and 500 MW solar project in Oman

EDF to develop 2 GW pumped hydro storage and 500 MW solar project in Oman

June 30, 2026 | , , ,

EDF Power Solutions and the Sultanate of Oman have signed three agreements to advance energy cooperation and sustainable development. The agreement include the 2 GW Jabal Abyad Pumped Hydro Energy Storage (PHES) Project, to be developed in partnership with EDF power solutions, Oman National Engineering and Investment Co (ONEIC), TAKHZEEN Oman and Green Universe Enterprise (GUE) alongside Oman’s Authority for Public Services Regulation (APSR).

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Zambia’s Power Utility signs PPA for 500 MW solar project 

Zambia’s Power Utility signs PPA for 500 MW solar project 

June 22, 2026 | ,

ZESCO, Zambia’s national power utility, and Korea-based KS Eco Solutions Holdings Limited have signed a power purchase agreement (PPA) for the development of a solar power project in Zambia. The project will have an installed capacity of 500 MW. The project supports the government’s strategy to increase private sector participation in the energy sector through ongoing reforms. 

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Ohmium and Hynfra partner for green hydrogen projects in Middle East and Africa

Ohmium and Hynfra partner for green hydrogen projects in Middle East and Africa

June 17, 2026 | , ,

Ohmium International and Hynfra P.S.A. have signed a cooperation agreement to advance green hydrogen and green ammonia projects in Mauritania, Jordan, and Oman. The agreement covers the FEED stage and establishes a framework for continued collaboration across the three projects. Under the partnership, Ohmium will provide technical support and expertise in PEM electrolyser technology during the FEED and project development phases.

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ZOE Energy Storage and Saudi company join forces for BESS manufacturing facility 

ZOE Energy Storage and Saudi company join forces for BESS manufacturing facility 

May 26, 2026 | , ,

ZOE Energy Storage has partnered with a Saudi company to establish a BESS manufacturing facility. The BESS will be developed in two phases, with Phase I delivering 6 GWh capacity by the first quarter of 2027 and Phase II expanding total production capacity to 18 GWh. Once operational, the facility will serve markets across the Middle East, Africa, and Central Asia.

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Nordex commences production at blade manufacturing facility in Turkey

Nordex commences production at blade manufacturing facility in Turkey

May 26, 2026 | , ,

The Nordex Group has commenced production at its new blade manufacturing facility in Turkey. The facility is expected to produce up to 1,200 rotor blades annually at full capacity. The facility will manufacture rotor blades for the advanced N163 and N175 turbine models designed for medium to strong wind conditions. The facility will initially supply blades for projects awarded under Turkey’s YEKA-4 and YEKA-5 renewable energy programmes, with plans to export blades to support European wind energy projects. 

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Sungrow and Masdar sign 7.5 GWh ESS deal for RTC project in Abu Dhabi

Sungrow and Masdar sign 7.5 GWh ESS deal for RTC project in Abu Dhabi

May 22, 2026 | , , ,

Sungrow andMasdar have signed an agreement to supply a battery energy storage system (BESS) and photovoltaic (PV) inverter solutions for the UAE’s gigascale round-the-clock renewable energy project. The project, being developed by Masdar and Emirates Water and Electricity Company (EWEC), will combine 5.2 GW of solar PV with a 19 GWh BESS. Under the agreement, Sungrow will provide 7.5 GWh of PowerTitan 3.0 ESS and 2.6 GW of PV inverter solutions.

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Envision and Menderes join forces for 120 MW wind power project in Turkey 

Envision and Menderes join forces for 120 MW wind power project in Turkey 

May 14, 2026 | , ,

Envision Energy has partnered with Menderes Tekstil for the Beğendik wind power project. The project, located in Edirne Province, Turkey, has an installed capacity of 120 MW. The project will deploy 15 units of Envision’s EN-182/8.0 MW wind turbines. The project is also expected to generate around 360 million kWh of clean electricity annually. Additionally, the project is expected to offset carbon emissions by approximately 225,000 tonnes on an annual basis.

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Toyota Tsusho commissions 100 MW solar projects in Tunisia

Toyota Tsusho commissions 100 MW solar projects in Tunisia

April 27, 2026 | , ,

Toyota Tsusho Corporation, through its group company AEOLUS SAS, has completed the construction of two solar plants totaling 100 MW in Tunisia. The plants, developed in partnership with Scatec ASA, are located in Sidi Bouzid and Tozeur governorates. The 50 MW Sidi Bouzid Mezzouna plant began operations in January 2026, while the 50 MW Tozeur plant began operations in March 2026.

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Globeleq launches 250 MW solar with 600 MWh storage project in Zambia

Globeleq launches 250 MW solar with 600 MWh storage project in Zambia

April 24, 2026 | , , ,

Globeleq has launched the Leopards Hill project which combines a 250 MWp solar PV with a 150 MW/600 MWh battery energy storage system (BESS). The project, located near Lusaka, is being developed in partnership with Leopard Investment Company and will supply electricity to approximately 150,000 households annually. The project’s financial close is targeted by the end of 2026.

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Mulilo secures financial close on 380 MW solar project in Western Cape

Mulilo secures financial close on 380 MW solar project in Western Cape

April 20, 2026 | , ,

Mulilo has achieved financial close on the 380 MW Beaufort West Solar PV facility in the Western Cape. The plant features a 250 MWAC export capacity and is connected to the Droërivier substation. The project is backed by Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP) and Norfund, with multi-bank funding from Absa, Standard Bank, Investec, and Nedbank. The facility, once operational, will generate 818 GWh yearly which is sufficient to power 345,000 homes while offsetting 860,000 tonnes of carbon emissions annually.

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Voltalia commissions 148 MW Bolobedu solar farm in South Africa

Voltalia commissions 148 MW Bolobedu solar farm in South Africa

April 14, 2026 | , ,

Voltalia has fully commissioned the Bolobedu solar farm project which is located in Limpopo province, South Africa. The project has a total installed capacity of 148 MW, and is part of a long-term corporate power purchase agreement (CPPA) with Richards Bay Minerals (RBM). The farm will supply around 300 GWh on an annual basis which is equivalent to the yearly electricity consumption of 425,000 inhabitants.

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AfDB approves $5.65 million grant to support minigrids portfolio across Africa

AfDB approves $5.65 million grant to support minigrids portfolio across Africa

April 7, 2026 | , ,

The African Development Bank Group (AfDB) has approved a $5.65 million reimbursable grant from the Sustainable Energy Fund for Africa to pilot the Peace Renewable Energy Certificate (P-REC) Aggregation Facility. The initiative will use renewable energy certificates as a primary financing mechanism to support a portfolio of mini-grid projects across Africa.

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