The Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) has announced an intensive revenue mobilisation exercise for the entire month of December 2025 to recover outstanding electricity bill arrears from its customers, including during the Christmas holidays.
In a public notice dated Wednesday, December 3, 2025, the company explained that the initiative is aimed at “mopping up” all arrears in the system by the end of the year on December 31, 2025.
The power utility said the exercise will target all categories of customers who are in debt.
ECG advised customers who owe to use their regular payment channels—particularly the ECG Mobile App—to settle their bills promptly in order to avoid disconnection and enjoy uninterrupted power supply throughout the festive season.
The company emphasised that timely payment will help households and businesses participate fully in Christmas activities without the inconvenience of losing electricity.
ECG further indicated that revenue mobilisation teams will be deployed across its operational areas and will be identifiable by official staff identity cards.
The company strongly advised customers to insist on seeing ID cards before allowing anyone claiming to be from ECG onto their premises, in order to guard against imposters.
Ghana’s Trades Union Congress (TUC), the umbrella body of labour unions in the West African nation, has expressed outrage over the 9.86% and 15.92% increases in electricity and water tariffs announced by the Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC), which are scheduled to take effect on January 1, 2026.
In a statement issued by its Secretary-General, Mr. Joshua Ansah, on Wednesday, December 3, the TUC said: “Workers cannot accept these increases unless the government comes back to the negotiating table to top up the wage increase for 2026.”
The union stated that it would vehemently protest the new tariffs unless the government reviewed the 9% wage adjustment for 2026, warning that failure to act could trigger nationwide mobilisation against the new tariffs.
The TUC stressed that it would reject the increases unless the government returned to the negotiating table, cautioning that any inaction could lead to a nationwide pushback:
“Anything short of that, the TUC will mobilise workers to resist the implementation of these insensitive increases in utility prices.”
Describing the hikes as a “New Year’s gift” from the government, the union lamented that the decision contradicts the recently approved 9% increase in the national minimum wage and base pay of workers.
The TUC also contended that the adjustments would wipe out the gains expected from the 2026 wage increment, noting that workers were already concerned about the insufficiency of the 9% wage increase amid unbearable living costs.
The union added that electricity tariffs rose by more than 18% in 2025 despite a 10% wage increase for the same period.
According to the TUC, the new hikes reflect “government’s insensitivity” to the economic hardships facing workers and ordinary Ghanaians, effectively cancelling out the 9% wage adjustment for 2026.
The union further announced plans to hold a press conference on Monday, December 8, 2025, to outline its next steps in response to what it described as “obnoxious” utility price increases.
The new electricity and water tariffs, expected to take effect on January 1, 2026, follow a comprehensive review by the PURC involving extensive public hearings, consultations, and stakeholder engagements on proposals submitted by utility companies.
The Commission said the adjustments were necessary to address the investment needs of utility providers, maintain industry competitiveness, and safeguard consumer interests, among other considerations.
Nigeria has unveiled an ambitious plan to attract $10 billion in new investments and unlock up to two billion barrels of crude oil reserves by offering 50 oil and gas blocks in its 2025 Petroleum Licensing Bid Round.
Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC), Gbenga Komolafe, announced this on Monday, explaining that the blocks span onshore, shallow-water, frontier, and deepwater terrains.
He noted that the latest bid round aims to reverse declining exploration activity, expand national reserves, and boost overall production. Komolafe described the exercise as a major step in Nigeria’s drive to revitalise upstream exploration and strengthen long-term production capacity.
According to him, the Commission has released detailed guidelines on its portal—br2025.nuprc.gov.ng—and adopted a two-stage bidding process designed to ensure credibility, investor confidence, and fairness, as prescribed by Section 73 of the Petroleum Industry Act (PIA) 2021.
He stated, “The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission is proud to formally announce the commencement of the Nigeria 2025 Licensing Round and the launch of the licensing round online portal, br2025.nuprc.gov.ng.
“This announcement is in line with Section 73 of the Petroleum Industry Act, 2021, which prescribes a fair, transparent, and competitive bidding process. Further to this, the NUPRC, following the gracious approval of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, has listed 50 oil and gas blocks across onshore, swamp/shallow-water, and offshore terrains spanning diverse basins.”
Of the 50 blocks, 15 are onshore assets, 19 are in shallow-water areas, 15 are frontier blocks, and one is a deepwater asset. According to the NUPRC, the 2025 round is expected to significantly scale up upstream activity over the next decade, with projections indicating that the awarded blocks could collectively produce up to 400,000 barrels per day when fully operational.
“The Nigeria 2025 Licensing Round is therefore expected to attract about $10 billion in investments and add up to two billion barrels of oil over the next 10 years, with an estimated 400,000 barrels per day of production when the blocks are fully operational,” he added.
Komolafe emphasised that transparency remains central to the 2025 bid round, which will run for six months.
The 2025 round builds on the gains of the 2024 Licensing Round, which introduced digital platforms, automated workflows, and enhanced data access to streamline the bid process. Komolafe recalled that Nigeria’s recent licensing initiatives—the 2022 Mini-Bid Round and the landmark 2024 Licensing Round—were conducted with “unprecedented transparency, unmatched global competitiveness, and extensive investor engagement.”
He noted that the 2024 round was particularly significant, earning commendations from the Nigeria Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (NEITI) and other stakeholders, and was concluded “remarkably without any petitions or litigations.”
According to him, these achievements demonstrate that the Commission has restored credibility to the licensing process.
The Petroleum Industry Act, passed in 2021, seeks to reverse years of declining investment by establishing transparent processes, competitive fiscal terms, and an empowered regulator mandated to conduct periodic licensing rounds to boost reserves and production.
The 2025 Licensing Round—offering 50 blocks across multiple terrains—is a central element of this broader agenda to rebuild investor confidence, deepen indigenous participation, and reposition Nigeria as a competitive global investment destination.
The African Petroleum Regulators Forum (AFRIPERF) has unanimously adopted Nigeria as its official headquarters and elected the Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC), Engineer Gbenga Komolafe, as chairman of the Forum.
Before this endorsement, Engineer Komolafe served as the interim chairman of AFRIPERF.
The decision was announced during the inaugural Executive Committee meeting of the Forum, which was held virtually on December 2, 2025.
Eyoanwan Ndiyo-Aiyetan also emerged as Secretary of AFRIPERF.
The development reinforces Nigeria’s central role in the African petroleum regulatory landscape, as well as its position as the continent’s largest crude oil producer.
The meeting, attended by representatives from 16 African countries, was convened to select the Forum’s leadership, headquarters, and logo.
In his acceptance speech, Engineer Komolafe thanked his African counterparts for the trust and honour, promising to ensure that no member country is left behind.
AFRIPERF aims to strengthen regional petroleum governance by fostering collaboration, cooperation, and coordination among member regulators.
The European Union agreed on Wednesday to phase out Russian gas imports by late 2027 as part of an effort to end the bloc’s decade-long dependency on Russian energy.
Representatives for EU governments and the European Parliament reached an agreement in the early hours of Wednesday on proposals set out by the European Commission in June to end shipments from the EU’s former top gas supplier following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in 2022.
Under the agreement, the European Union will permanently halt the import of Russian gas and move towards a phase-out of Russian oil. Liquefied natural gas imports will be phased out by the end of 2026 and pipeline gas by the end of September 2027.
“Today, we are stopping these imports permanently. By depleting Putin’s war chest, we stand in solidarity with Ukraine and set our sights on new energy partnerships and opportunities for the sector,” Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said in a statement.
For short-term contracts concluded before June 17 this year, the prohibition will apply from April 25, 2026 for LNG and from June 17, 2026 for pipeline gas.
For long-term contracts concluded before June 17, the cut-off dates will be the start of 2027 and the start of October 2026, with a possible one-month extension for EU members facing difficulties reaching required storage levels.
Both categories of gas imports will be subject to prior authorisation, except for from countries that have major gas production and that prohibit or restrict imports of Russian gas.
As of October, Russia accounted for 12% of EU gas imports, down from 45% before its 2022 invasion of Ukraine, with Hungary, France and Belgium among the countries still receiving supplies.
The Commission is also committed to phasing out remaining oil imports from Russia by the end of 2027, with a legislative proposal to be presented early next year.
Under Wednesday’s agreement, EU members will submit ‘national diversification’ plans regarding oil and gas supplies to the Commission by March 1, and will be required to notify the EU executive whether they have Russian gas supply contracts or national bans in place.
The Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) has announced a 9.86% increase in electricity tariffs for all customer categories and a 15.92% increase in water tariffs for all consumer classes for the period 2026–2030, effective January 1, 2026.
The Commission’s decision follows the conclusion of nationwide investment hearings on tariff proposals submitted by utility companies, as well as stakeholder consultations and regional public hearings conducted under the Multi-Year Tariff Review Order (MYTO), in line with Sections 3, 16, 17, 18, 20, and 21 of the PURC Act 1997 (Act 538).
In reviewing electricity tariffs, the Commission considered several factors, including the generation mix (thermal, hydro, and renewable), exchange rate fluctuations, the cost of natural gas, inflation, and system losses.
For water tariffs, the review also took into account production volumes, sales volumes, system losses, and the exchange rate.
The last time the Commission undertook a Multi-Year Tariff Review Order that considered both capital expenditure (CAPEX) and operational expenditure (OPEX) was in September 2022. MYTO is conducted every three to five years.
The Commission also reminded consumers that this review is separate from the quarterly tariff adjustments, which consider only OPEX elements that are beyond the control of service providers.
“In undertaking this major review, the Commission considered the investment requirements of the utilities, the competitiveness of industries, and the general living conditions of consumers.
“Having considered all the underlying factors, the Commission wishes to announce a 9.86% increase in electricity tariffs across the board for all categories of electricity consumers. Water tariffs for all customer classes will also see an upward adjustment of 15.92% over the tariff control period (2026–2030).”
A new analysis from TechGaged Research has revealed that combustion engines have officially become a minority in the European Union, marking a decisive and historic shift in the region’s automotive landscape.
According to TechGaged’s research, petrol and diesel models accounted for just 36.6% of all new vehicles registered across the EU this year, signaling the rapid rise of electrified mobility.
According to the findings, electrified vehicles—hybrids, plug-in hybrids, and fully battery-electric cars—now represent more than 60% of all new EU registrations year-to-date.
Hybrids dominated with 34.6%, battery-electric vehicles reached 16.4%, and plug-in hybrids climbed to 9.1%, reflecting the fastest structural transformation the region’s automotive sector has ever experienced.
“Europe has now crossed the point of no return. Combustion engines aren’t just declining—they’ve been dethroned. Electrified powertrains are the new mainstream, and the momentum behind them is accelerating faster than most people realize,” said Rokas B., TechGaged’s senior industry analyst.
“This isn’t a future scenario. It’s happening right now, and it’s reshaping the entire automotive value chain—from manufacturing to infrastructure to consumer expectations.”
TechGaged’s research highlights that hybrid models surpassed three million units sold in 2025, making them the most common powertrain in the EU.
Petrol models, once the backbone of Europe’s car market, fell sharply, representing just 31.28% of all units registered.
Diesel continued its steep decline, dropping to 9.2%.
The shift comes amid a year of globally divergent automotive trends. While EV demand softened in several markets—including the United States and Japan—Europe remained the world’s most consistent region for electrification.
Germany posted a remarkable 39.4% increase in battery-electric sales despite earlier subsidy cuts, further underscoring how Europe’s transition is now primarily market-driven.
At the same time, expanding low-emission zones and rising ownership costs for petrol and diesel cars pushed consumers toward electrified options at record pace.
Automakers responded by accelerating their strategic pivot toward electrification, reallocating resources toward EV platforms, software-defined vehicle systems, and next-generation batteries.
Meanwhile, Chinese automakers intensified their European push, offering competitively priced electric models that challenged legacy manufacturers on cost and speed of innovation.
Expectations for 2026 and beyond
Looking ahead, TechGaged analysts expect the shift to continue in 2026. Battery-electric market share is forecast to approach 18–20%, driven by the launch of new affordable models such as the Renault 5 E-Tech and the Volkswagen ID.2.
Hybrid sales are expected to remain strong, though they may begin to plateau as charging networks mature. Diesel is projected to fall below 7%, while petrol is likely to face further pressure across all segments.
“Europe has entered the post-combustion era. The market has chosen its trajectory, and electrified vehicles are now the default. From here, the question isn’t if combustion engines will fade out—it’s how fast the transition will complete,” added Rokas B.
Nigeria’s Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has issued a strong rebuke to power distribution companies (DisCos), criticising them for providing poor services to Nigerians.
Mr. Nathan Shatti, Commissioner for Corporate Services, expressed disbelief over the conduct of some DisCos, accusing them of taking customers for granted despite being paid for their services.
Speaking during the 4th NESI Stakeholders Meeting in Abuja, Commissioner Shatti highlighted the poor performance of some utilities regarding Meter Asset Provider (MAP) refunds and installations, singling out Abuja and Kano DisCos for achieving only 2% compliance on refunds.
Addressing the backlog of paid-for but uninstalled meters, he rejected the technical excuses provided by the companies and warned them against collecting customer funds when they cannot deliver the service.
“If your network is not ready for metering, do not collect people’s money,” he cautioned.
He further noted that for every transformer or meter left uninstalled, DisCos incur financial losses, stressing that it is in their own interest to install meters and fix transformer-related issues promptly.
Shatti also revealed that more than 350,000 meters have yet to be migrated to the new STS standard and demanded an immediate cleanup of obsolete data.
With the transition to State Electricity Regulatory Commissions underway, NERC Vice Chairman, Dr. Musiliu Oseni, issued an additional warning to DisCos regarding their cooperation with the new state regulators, emphasising that “No licensee is bigger than their regulator.”
Dr. Oseni further disclosed that between 600,000 and 700,000 meters are currently available in the country. He urged utilities to improve publicity and accelerate their rollout, noting that the government has already made the necessary investments.
He also proposed a direct enforcement mechanism using the wholesale market structure:
“You still have your Operational Expenditure (OPEX) at the national wholesale market level. If you refuse to refund customers, that money can be withheld from your OPEX until you have done so.”
He insisted that strict timelines be issued immediately to ensure full compliance.
Dafe Akpeneye, NERC Commissioner for Legal, Licensing and Compliance, dismissed the excuse from DisCos that they cannot locate thousands of meters because customers allegedly moved them without authorisation.
Drawing a parallel with the banking sector, he argued that just as a “Post No Debit” order forces a bank customer to visit a branch, DisCos must use their vending platforms to enforce compliance.
“If you don’t know where the meter is, the customer shouldn’t be able to vend,” he said.
His directive was explicit: “Issue a public notice that you cannot identify these meters. Block them from vending and take them off your system until the people concerned come forward.”
The Government of Kenya has appointed the country’s power generation company, KenGen, as the owner-operator of Kenya’s first nuclear power plant.
KenGen will partner with the Nuclear Power and Energy Agency (NuPEA) to advance this milestone project.
Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi revealed the development, noting that the country aims to generate 10,000 MW (10 GW) of electricity from nuclear power in the long term.
The planned nuclear plant—expected to be located along the coast—will provide stable baseload supply to support industrial growth, urbanization, and the country’s clean energy transition.
NuPEA has already completed several preparatory phases, including feasibility studies, grid impact assessments, and public engagement processes.
Kenya is currently in the Phase 2 stage of nuclear infrastructure development under International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) guidelines, focusing on site selection, financing models, regulatory frameworks, human capacity development, and safety standards.
Once completed, the project will be the first of its kind in East Africa and one of the largest energy infrastructure investments in Kenya’s history.
This latest move underscores Africa’s growing interest in diversifying energy generation sources to include nuclear power.
A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) has been signed between KenGen and NuPEA.
Its main objective is to establish a collaborative framework for jointly planning, coordinating, and implementing robust public participation and stakeholder engagement activities to build awareness, understanding, and acceptance of the Kenya Nuclear Power Programme (KNPP).
The collaboration under the MoU will include, but not be limited to, the following joint initiatives: Stakeholder mapping and analysis, Educational and awareness campaigns, Structured dialogue platforms, Digital and media engagement, Capacity building for engagement, and Feedback and grievance management systems.
Currently, South Africa is the only country in Africa operating a nuclear power plant, while Egypt’s El Dabaa NPP is nearing completion.
Meanwhile, Ghana, Zambia, Uganda, Guinea, and Burkina Faso are also at various stages of developing their first nuclear power plants.
The Board Chairman of the Volta River Authority and former Chief Executive Officer of the Bui Power Authority, Ing. Jabesh Amissah-Arthur, was on Friday recognised and honoured with a Lifetime Achievement Award at the 9th Ghana Energy Awards, held at the Labadi Beach Hotel in Accra, the capital of Ghana.
Ing. Amissah-Arthur, who is also the Managing Partner at Arthur Energy Africa, received overwhelming applause from energy-sector players as he walked to the stage to accept the award.
He was recognised for more than four decades of service during which he played a pivotal role in shaping Ghana’s energy sector. He received a plaque and a citation highlighting his remarkable journey and impact in the industry.
Early in his career, which began in 1979 at the VRA, he successfully resolved a complex IT challenge that had stalled the work of the Authority’s consultants—an early indication of the ingenuity that would later define his leadership. He was subsequently appointed to lead the Authority’s major digital transformation as Head of the MIS Department, modernising operations and significantly improving institutional efficiency.
One of his most significant national contributions came through the Northern Electrification and System Reinforcement Project, where his technical leadership helped secure financing. He later coordinated all aspects of project implementation for extending the national grid from Kumasi to the northernmost parts of Ghana within four years. This achievement laid the foundation for the National Electrification Programme and expanded electricity access across the country.
At just 42, he was appointed Deputy Chief Executive of the VRA, where he oversaw the country’s generation and transmission systems at a critical period in Ghana’s energy development.
Later, as CEO of the Bui Power Authority, he led the successful delivery of the 400 MW Bui Hydroelectric Dam—completed on schedule, within budget, and supervised entirely by a Ghanaian technical team. The dam remains one of Ghana’s landmark engineering accomplishments.
Ing. Amissah-Arthur also authored the Ghana Grid Code, the regulatory framework that continues to guide the safe and reliable operation of the national transmission system and ensure open access for all stakeholders.
Beyond Ghana, he has contributed to more than 40 major energy projects across West Africa. He has held key leadership roles, including Chair of WAGPA, Chair of TiCO, and CEO and Board Member of the Bui Power Authority.
The Lifetime Achievement Award reflects a career defined by innovation, integrity, and a deep commitment to building national capacity.
It honours a leader whose work has expanded electrification, delivered a major national generation asset, strengthened energy institutions, and improved millions of lives across Ghana and the subregion.
In his remarks, Ing. Amissah-Arthur said the recognition belongs not only to him but also to the many Ghanaian professionals he has worked with over the years.
“I am humbled by this recognition. Every achievement has been a collective effort, and I remain proud of what Ghanaian engineers continue to accomplish,” he said.
A vessel carrying Russian gasoil (diesel ) was hit by multiple explosions off the coast of Senegal, marking the third case in recent days.
The Mersin had made several calls at Russian ports this year before it met its fate on Monday.
The vessel was later stabilized and placed under tow, with reports that crew members were safe. Gasoil is a fuel used for non-road applications like agricultural machinery, construction equipment, generators, and some heating systems.
Ukrainian naval drones have been attacking sanctioned tankers in the Black Sea in recent weeks as Kyiv piles on the pressure on Russia’s vast oil industry. Last week, two oil tankers sailing to Novorossiysk, a major Russian Black Sea oil terminal, were hit, with Ukraine’s SBU security service later telling CNN that upgraded Sea Baby naval drones were used to attack the vessels in a joint SBU and naval operation. Identified as the Kairos and Virat, the two oil tankers sustained extensive damage and were effectively taken out of service.
Kyiv has repeatedly urged the West to take action against Russia’s shadow fleet, which is helping move Russian oil around global markets and fund its war in Ukraine. Last month, the Trump administration announced fresh sanctions targeting Russia’s oil and gas giants, Rosneft and Lukoil.
On Sunday, Ukraine delegates held peace talks in Washington, with U.S. special envoy Steve Witkoff now set to travel to Moscow for talks on Tuesday. However, whether or not Moscow will acquiesce to the newly proposed peace plan remains to be seen. The Trump administration has drafted a new 19-point peace plan that’s far more favorable to Ukraine compared to the original 28-point plan that heavily favored Russia.
Some of the critical amendments in the new plan include no handover of the Donbas region to Russia for free, no automatic veto on Ukraine joining NATO in the future, and provision of Article 5-style protection for Ukraine, meaning the U.S. would be bound to intervene if Russia invades in the future. A proposal for full amnesty for war crimes that was part of the first plan has also been removed.
Zambia has made significant progress in its efforts to address the country’s rolling power crisis by completing and commissioning about 347MW of solar PV projects since 2024, when severe drought conditions reduced inflows into the nation’s six main hydroelectric power generation dams.
The Minister of Energy, Makozo Chikote, disclosed this on Sunday, November 30, 2025, while updating the nation on measures being taken to address the ongoing load-shedding being implemented by Zesco Limited.
He listed several initiatives, including green city projects, rooftop solar installations, as well as utility-scale renewable and thermal (coal) power developments.
“So far, 347MW of new generation has been completed. Notable among these are the 100MW Chisamba Solar PV Project, the 25MW Mailo Solar PV Plant in Serenje, and various projects under the net-metering initiative with a total capacity of 14.7MW,” Minister Chikote said.
The Minister further revealed that public- and private-sector projects with a combined capacity of 2,510MW are under construction and are expected to be commissioned between 2025 and 2026.
These include the ZESCO Mansa Solar PV Project (50MW), Maamba Phase II (300MW), and CEC Itimpi II (136MW).
He acknowledged the concerns of Zambians about the effects of the ongoing load shedding and assured the nation that sustainable solutions are underway.
“The Ministry of Energy is confident that the ongoing projects, once completed, will stabilise electricity supply, reduce load shedding, and strengthen energy security across Zambia,” he stated.
He also welcomed the growing interest from investors seeking to support Zambia in bridging its energy gap.
Ghana has officially launched the National Net-Metering Web Application Portal under the Scaling Up Renewable Energy Program (SREP) to receive applications from residential consumers, small-scale businesses, and institutions seeking to adopt rooftop solar PV systems.
The user-friendly platform, activated alongside a subsidy scheme, supports Ghana’s goal of achieving 10% renewable energy penetration in electricity generation by 2030, excluding hydropower.
SREP is projected to contribute 13.5% of non-hydro renewable energy to the national mix, generate 111 GWh annually, mitigate 0.7185 million tonnes of CO₂-equivalent emissions, and create 2,865 construction-phase jobs—30% of which are targeted at women and youth.
Deputy Minister for Energy and Green Transition, Hon. Richard Gyan-Mensah, who represented the substantive minister at the launch, hailed the portal as a major milestone, noting its role in tracking installations nationwide.
Hon. Richard Gyan‑Mensah, Deputy Minister for Energy and Green Transition, in a group photograph with dignitaries after the launching of the Net‑Metering web portal.
“This user-friendly web portal will enable homes, businesses, industry owners, and public facilities to apply for smart net metering under the SREP for both existing and new captive renewable energy installations,” he stated, emphasizing stakeholder integration.
Hon. Gyan-Mensah, Member of Parliament for Gomoa West Constituency, urged utilities such as ECG and NEDCo to link the platform to their websites and activate the subsidies. He also cautioned against installing oversized systems to ensure smooth processing.
Acting Executive Secretary of the Energy Commission, Mrs. Eunice A. Biritwum, traced the evolution of net metering from a 2009 pilot to the present digital launch.
“Today, we stand at another defining moment—the launch of the National Net Metering Web Application Portal—which has been developed as part of the Net Metering Solar PV (NMPV) component of SREP,” she affirmed, crediting frameworks gazetted by the PURC in 2016.
She noted that the Commission will enhance the framework for nationwide rollout, building on the initial 37 meters and recent smart system upgrades.
African Development Bank (AfDB) Country Manager, Madam Eyerusalem Fasika, underscored the impact of a $27 million grant supporting SREP’s mini-grids and net metering for 59 communities.
“Nearly 2,900 jobs will be created during the construction phase—or are already being created—with 30% reserved for women and young people,” she highlighted, adding that 12,000 systems, including those for SMEs, are targeted.
Looking ahead, the Energy Commission boss said priority areas include the second phase of mini-grid deployment and the integration of clean cooking initiatives.
Switzerland’s Ambassador to Ghana, H.E. Simone Giger, praised the May 2022 agreement between Ghana and Switzerland, noting that it fast-tracked the platform’s implementation.
“The platform will support document uploads, application tracking, approvals, monitoring of installed systems, reporting, and data management,” she emphasized, positioning it as a national database for solar adoption and job creation in PV installation.
The Managing Director of the Northern Electricity Distribution Company (NEDCo), Ing. John Okine Yamoah, pledged his company’s commitment to the success of the SREP project.
A representative of ECG also pledged the company’s support.
Partners including the AfDB, Climate Investment Funds, and SECO were commended for fostering transparency and scale.
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Two of Europe’s largest oil and gas firms, Equinor and Shell, have completed a deal to combine their UK offshore oil and gas operations to form a new company known as Adura.
The new company, launched on Monday, will be the UK North Sea’s largest independent producer.
Adura CEO Neil McCulloch, who brings more than 30 years of experience in the energy sector, said:
“It’s a rare privilege to be part of a company’s first chapter. A commitment to safety, a belief in the future of the North Sea, and the combined expertise from Equinor and Shell form the foundation of our exciting new company. I can’t wait to begin working with this exceptional team.”
Adura, jointly owned by Shell (50%) and Equinor (50%), brings together decades of North Sea expertise into a joint venture positioned to deliver a more cost‑competitive portfolio and maximize long‑term value for UK assets.
Shell’s Executive Vice President for Conventional Oil & Gas, Rich Howe, said:
“Forming the largest independent producer together with Equinor is a historic moment for our business and the UK energy industry. With an exceptional asset base and industry‑leading expertise, Adura is well‑positioned to lead in this mature basin.”
Equinor’s Executive Vice President for Exploration and Production International, Philippe Mathieu, added:
“Adura represents a new chapter in the UK North Sea, bringing together two strong portfolios and decades of experience. With the focus, scale and operational flexibility needed to succeed, the company is positioned for long‑term impact. As owners, we are confident that Adura will generate long‑term value and reinforce the UK North Sea’s role in meeting the country’s energy needs.”
Adura assumes Equinor and Shell’s interests in 12 producing oil and gas assets and projects in execution, including Mariner, Rosebank, Buzzard, Shearwater, Penguins, Gannet, Nelson, Pierce, Jackdaw, Victory, Clair and Schiehallion. It also holds a number of exploration licences.
The company is headquartered in Aberdeen. Staff from both Shell and Equinor have transferred into Adura, ensuring that industry‑leading expertise is retained.
Once completed, the project will be the first of its kind in East Africa and one of the largest energy infrastructure investments in Kenya’s history.
This latest move underscores Africa’s growing interest in diversifying energy generation sources to include nuclear power.
A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) has been signed between KenGen and NuPEA.
Its main objective is to establish a collaborative framework for jointly planning, coordinating, and implementing robust public participation and stakeholder engagement activities to build awareness, understanding, and acceptance of the Kenya Nuclear Power Programme (KNPP).
The collaboration under the MoU will include, but not be limited to, the following joint initiatives: Stakeholder mapping and analysis, Educational and awareness campaigns, Structured dialogue platforms, Digital and media engagement, Capacity building for engagement, and Feedback and grievance management systems.
Currently, South Africa is the only country in Africa operating a nuclear power plant, while Egypt’s El Dabaa NPP is nearing completion.
Meanwhile, Ghana, Zambia, Uganda, Guinea, and Burkina Faso are also at various stages of developing their first nuclear power plants.
