Category: Clean energy

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

August 14, 2025 Africa Digest News No Comments

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…

Clean energy, Funding

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

August 13, 2025 Africa Digest News No Comments

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…

Technology, Clean energy

British High Commission & Earthshot Unite to Power African Solutions

August 13, 2025 Africa Digest News No Comments

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…

Clean energy

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

August 12, 2025 Africa Digest News No Comments

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…

Clean energy, Funding

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

August 11, 2025August 11, 2025 Africa Digest News No Comments

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…

Clean energy, Technology

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

August 11, 2025August 11, 2025 Africa Digest News No Comments

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…

Technology, Clean energy

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

August 6, 2025 Africa Digest News No Comments

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?…

Clean energy, Funding

What Are Carbon Credits, and Why Should Kenyans Care?

August 4, 2025 Africa Digest News No Comments

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,…

Clean energy

Can Carbon Credits Become Kenya’s Next Cash Crop?

August 4, 2025 Africa Digest News No Comments

As Kenya emerges as a leader in Africa’s carbon credit market, the potential for economic and environmental transformation is immense. With the introduction of the Climate Change (Carbon Markets) Regulations 2024, Kenya is paving the way for a structured, transparent carbon trading system that could redefine sustainable development in the region. Why Carbon Credits Matter…

Clean energy

A Solar-Powered Swap Station in West Africa? MAX Thinks It’s Time

August 1, 2025 Africa Digest News No Comments

Blending mobility and sustainability, MAX has launched West Africa’s first solar-powered EV battery swap station, setting a new benchmark for clean transport solutions. This innovative infrastructure, powered entirely by renewable energy, marks a significant step toward a lower-carbon future and supports the region’s growing gig economy. What Makes MAX’s Solar-Powered Battery Swap Station Unique? Unlike…

Clean energy, Technology