Dar es Salaam hohost landmark African Energy Summit siming to electrify the continent

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Johannesburg, South Africa – On January 27–28, 2025, African leaders and global stakeholders will convene in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, for the African Energy Summit 2025, a pivotal event addressing the continent’s critical challenge: universal access to reliable and sustainable energy.

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Organised by the Government of Tanzania in partnership with the African Union, the African Development Bank (AfDB), the World Bank Group, and the Rockefeller Foundation, the summit is set to attract over 1,000 participants, including heads of state and industry leaders, to explore solutions for Africa’s energy future.

The summit will feature country-specific presentations on energy landscapes and investment opportunities, alongside discussions on innovative projects and regional collaborations.

Among the highlights is the launch of National Energy Compacts in 12 countries, including Chad, Côte d’Ivoire, Nigeria, and Tanzania, supported by the Mission 300 initiative, which aims to provide energy access to 300 million Africans by 2030.

These projects, backed by an initial commitment of $5 billion from public and private sector stakeholders, focus on renewable energy development, grid expansion, and decentralised energy systems tailored to local needs.

“Africa needs energy security, energy stability, affordability, and independence,” said Akinwumi Adesina, President of the African Development Bank. Speaking at the Noor solar power plant in Morocco, he added, “Mission 300 is proof of Africa’s bold and creative partnerships that harness public and private resources while working closely with political leaders to power economies across the continent.”

The AfDB alone has pledged over $25 billion to renewable energy projects over the next decade, reflecting its commitment to this transformation.

The summit will culminate in the signing of the Dar es Salaam Energy Declaration, a landmark agreement committing governments to accelerate electricity access, clean cooking solutions, and renewable energy adoption. Additionally, a focus will be placed on mobilising private capital, with the goal of securing an additional $10 billion in energy investments by 2030.

As more countries join the initiative in subsequent phases, Africa’s path to energy security and sustainability continues to gather momentum, promising transformative impacts on regional development and economic growth.