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Why Huawei and Ethio Telecom’s Solar Towers Are More Than Just Connectivity

Posted on August 26, 2025 By Africa Digest News No Comments on Why Huawei and Ethio Telecom’s Solar Towers Are More Than Just Connectivity
Why Huawei and Ethio Telecom’s Solar Towers Are More Than Just Connectivity

What happens when renewable energy meets telecom towers? Ethio Telecom and Huawei are answering that question with the launch of Africa’s first Solar-on-Tower solution in Ethiopia, a milestone set to redefine connectivity across the continent. Driving Green Transformation The Solar-on-Tower initiative has a well-defined mission: to power telecom networks with clean energy while overcoming the…

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What Britam’s EV Insurance Means for Your Battery and Wallet

Posted on August 25, 2025 By Africa Digest News No Comments on What Britam’s EV Insurance Means for Your Battery and Wallet
What Britam’s EV Insurance Means for Your Battery and Wallet

As Kenya accelerates its shift toward green mobility, Britam General Insurance has launched a groundbreaking Electric Vehicle (EV) insurance cover, designed to address the unique needs of EV owners. Announced on August 20, 2025, this product supports Kenya’s goal of having EVs constitute 5% of new vehicle registrations by 2025, as outlined in the Ministry…

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Clean energy

Ampersand Attracts Global Green Investors to Back Africa’s EV Future

Posted on August 14, 2025 By Africa Digest News No Comments on Ampersand Attracts Global Green Investors to Back Africa’s EV Future
Ampersand Attracts Global Green Investors to Back Africa’s EV Future

Ampersand is charging ahead, backed by fresh funding to scale clean mobility across East Africa. The pioneering electric vehicle (EV) energy tech company has closed a significant investment round to accelerate the rollout of its electric motorcycle and battery swap network. With new backing from global investors and climate-focused funds, Ampersand is set to double…

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Clean energy, Funding

How This Partnership Could Slash Downtime for Africa’s Electric Buses

Posted on August 13, 2025 By Africa Digest News No Comments on How This Partnership Could Slash Downtime for Africa’s Electric Buses
How This Partnership Could Slash Downtime for Africa’s Electric Buses

Africa’s EV future just accelerated. BasiGo is now the authorised service agent for CATL, the world’s top EV battery maker, which commands over 37% of the global EV battery market, bringing global battery expertise to the heart of Sub-Saharan Africa. This landmark collaboration is set to transform the region’s EV ecosystem by ensuring reliable, local…

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Technology, Clean energy

British High Commission & Earthshot Unite to Power African Solutions

Posted on August 13, 2025 By Africa Digest News No Comments on British High Commission & Earthshot Unite to Power African Solutions
British High Commission & Earthshot Unite to Power African Solutions

Africa is not just part of the global climate conversation; it’s leading it. Recently, the Earthshot Prize, in partnership with the British High Commission in Nairobi, hosted Kenya Connect, a vibrant event celebrating African innovation and collaboration. This gathering spotlighted game-changing solutions and bold partnerships driving the continent’s environmental transformation. From solar-powered cold chains to…

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Clean energy

How €17M in New Funding Could Power Burkina Faso’s Solar Revolution

Posted on August 12, 2025 By Africa Digest News No Comments on How €17M in New Funding Could Power Burkina Faso’s Solar Revolution
How €17M in New Funding Could Power Burkina Faso’s Solar Revolution

As Africa accelerates its shift to clean energy, FMO is stepping up with an €11.2 million investment in Burkina Faso’s Dédougou Solaire project, advancing sustainable power in one of the continent’s most energy-challenged regions. This investment, drawn from FMO’s Building Prospects Fund, is set to transform the nation’s energy sector by funding an 18-megawatt peak…

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Clean energy, Funding

Why Kenya’s BasiGo Could Redefine Africa’s Public Transport Forever

Posted on August 11, 2025August 11, 2025 By Africa Digest News No Comments on Why Kenya’s BasiGo Could Redefine Africa’s Public Transport Forever
Why Kenya’s BasiGo Could Redefine Africa’s Public Transport Forever

Every day, Nairobi’s roads are filled with the roar of matatus and the honking of traffic. But what if the future of public transport in Kenya was powered by something quieter, cleaner, and more sustainable? BasiGo is here to turn that vision into reality with their electric buses. As Africa struggles with rising urbanisation and…

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Clean energy, Technology

Why Kenya is Betting on Direct Air Capture to Tackle Climate Change

Posted on August 11, 2025August 11, 2025 By Africa Digest News No Comments on Why Kenya is Betting on Direct Air Capture to Tackle Climate Change
Why Kenya is Betting on Direct Air Capture to Tackle Climate Change

Standing in the Rift Valley, you can feel the earth’s geothermal energy vibrating beneath your feet. What if that energy could help save our planet? Octavia Carbon is making this dream come true, using the Rift’s natural resources to lead the way in climate solutions. As Africa struggles with the dual challenges of climate vulnerability…

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Technology, Clean energy

Did Clean Energy Just Power Africa’s Biggest Funding Month of 2025?

Posted on August 6, 2025 By Africa Digest News No Comments on Did Clean Energy Just Power Africa’s Biggest Funding Month of 2025?
Did Clean Energy Just Power Africa’s Biggest Funding Month of 2025?

July 2025 set a new benchmark for Africa’s startup scene, with $555 million raised, the highest monthly total this year. That’s a sharp jump from June’s $391.1 million, driven largely by a clean energy boom powered by bold equity plays and debt financing. But did clean energy truly power Africa’s biggest funding month of 2025?…

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Clean energy, Funding

What Are Carbon Credits, and Why Should Kenyans Care?

Posted on August 4, 2025 By Africa Digest News No Comments on What Are Carbon Credits, and Why Should Kenyans Care?
What Are Carbon Credits, and Why Should Kenyans Care?

As Kenya faces the growing impacts of climate change, including droughts threatening maize harvests, erratic rains affecting tea farmers, and rising sea levels in Mombasa, innovative solutions like carbon credits are gaining momentum. But what exactly are carbon credits, and how can they benefit Kenyans? This beginner-friendly guide breaks down the essentials of carbon credits,…

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