By the AFREEQUE newsroom, based on Newtimes
Rwanda is considering a 200-megawatt floating solar power plant on Lake Sake, which could attract private capital and increase local participation in the energy sector. The New Times presents the project as an investment opportunity, without giving a timeline for its implementation.
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The Nyabarongo II dam in Rwanda is more than 80% complete and is due to produce 43.5 megawatts of electricity while supporting agricultural irrigation and flood control. The 68-kilometre project is also expected to create economic opportunities for residents of eight districts, Imvahonshya reports.
🇷🇼 Rwanda · Source: Imvahonshya ·
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has backed Vedanta’s plan to build a zinc smelter in the Northern Cape after the completion of the second phase of the Gamsberg mine. The announced 21 billion rand investment is intended to strengthen local zinc processing but will require affordable electricity and reliable infrastructure, according to Businessday.
🇿🇦 South Africa · Source: Businessday ·
Aba Power’s electricity network is improving supply to businesses and households in Aba, Abia State, and reducing their reliance on fuel-powered generators. Geometric Power’s integrated project represents an investment of more than $900 million, Vanguard reports.
🇳🇬 Nigeria · Source: Vanguard ·
A seven-year-old Rwandan child died after falling into a water-filled pit while watching over a rice field in Kamonyi. The incident happened in Rugarika sector and local authorities are urging families to do more to protect children, Rwandan media outlet Umuseke reports.
🇷🇼 Rwanda · Source: Umuseke ·
Motorsport: Giancarlo Davite wins the Huye RallyRwandan driver Giancarlo Davite, alongside Matteo Davite, won the 2026 Huye Rally and secured the Rwandan motor racing championship. The 40th edition of the event was organised by Huye Motorsports Club with the Rwanda Automobile Club, reports Imvahonshya.
Seychelles consults fishers on sustainable lobster fishingThe Seychelles Fishing Authority consulted fishers from Mahé, Praslin and La Digue on a draft strategic plan focused on the sustainability of lobster fishing. The discussions aim to incorporate fishers’ concerns into the preparation of the plan, reports the Seychelles Broadcasting Corporation.The week in Africa
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