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Malawi received millions for electricity but most live without
Malawi has become one of the biggest recipients of international renewable energy finance among the world's least-developed countries. But for most of its people, the lights have…
Malawi’s solar push bypasses its poorest
A peer-reviewed study finds wealth inequality is locking the poorest households out of solar electrification
Solar firm to tackle high electricity costs
As electricity tariffs continue to rise, squeezing household and small business budgets, a new solar company has entered the market with stokvel and crowdfunding models aimed at…
Europe records drop in fossil fuels. Africa should do so too
The continent needs support in the form of training, technology and investment to make the transition
Mantashe’s draft electricity plan finally approved by cabinet
The updated long-term blueprint for the country’s power infrastructure looks at supply-and-demand needs