👏🏽 #SierraLeone has a new Energy Transition and Green Growth Plan aiming to achieve 100% electrification in 🇸🇱.
The plan was developed under the guidance of @PI_CREF_SL and the Ministry of Energy, with support from SEforALL and @BloombergDotOrg.
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🌍Day 1 at the #APRAfrica Investment Forum brought invaluable insights, meaningful discussions, and a shared commitment to advancing Africa’s renewable energy future.
📹Watch the highlights & stay tuned for tomorrow's project facilitation and matchmaking sessions. ⤵️
“Africa is home to abundant renewable energy potential, which if properly harnessed, can fuel significant gains in GDP, employment & human welfare", says @OpiyoWandayi at #APRAfrica, Cabinet Secretary of @EnergyMinK, touting the socio-economic benefits of the #energytransition.
“This is not only a matter of climate change, it is a matter of equality, fairness and inclusion," said @IRENA DG @flacamera in his opening remarks at the #APRAfrica Investment Forum.
🌍 The first panel at the #APRAfrica Investment Forum sparked dynamic discussions among ministers from APRA countries.
They delved into national priorities and strategies, tackling real-life challenges their nations face in accelerating renewable energy deployment.
🚨The #APRAfrica Investment Forum kicks off in Nairobi.
The 2-day forum unites ministers, investors, & partners from across #Africa under APRA’s bold vision to position the continent as a global leader in the renewables-based #energytransition.
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Ahead of the #APRASummit hosted by @IRENA in Nairobi, our Director of Partnerships, Communications & Outreach @kamaraanthony1 along with #EGTC DG Milton Gegbai & Dr. Wuseni attended a Technical Training on Project Finance & Development & Project Pitching Session.
Deputy Minister of Energy II, @ebnonie has arrived in Nairobi as head of delegation from 🇸🇱 taking part in the Accelerated Partnership for Renewables in Africa #APRASummit hosted by the Abu-Dhabi based @IRENA.
Both Bumbuna 1 & Dodo require upgrade & rehabilitation to expand the country’s energy access & ensure a just and inclusive clean energy transition.
In a virtual meeting convened by @IRENA, the United States 🇺🇸 and South Africa 🇿🇦 handed over to Sierra Leone & Spain. Our @KYumkella Dr. & Laura Martin Murillo will steer this global platform for the next two years.
Today Sierra Leone 🇸🇱 and Spain 🇪🇸 assumed the role of co-facilitators of the Just and Inclusive Energy Transition Platform of the @IRENA for 2025-2026.
At the signing ceremony of the MCC Energy Compact for Sierra Leone in Washington DC, I stated my profound gratitude to the United States Government and the American people for this support.
This grant will transform the energy infrastructure in Sierra Leone and unleash immense investment opportunities and private sector growth in Sierra Leone.
It also reminds us all that this grant is a well-deserved reward for good governance, and my government will continue pursuing its five transformational big game changers to achieve sustainable development for Sierra Leone.
I was thrilled to deliver a statement during the epoch-making signing ceremony for the USD$480 million @MCCgov Energy Compact.
As I mentioned, access to reliable, affordable, and sustainable electricity goes beyond merely illuminating homes or powering industries; it serves as the catalyst for growth, stimulates innovation, and helps lift communities out of poverty.
I extend my earnest gratitude to the Government and people of the United States and the @MCCgov for their invaluable support.
My Government is fully dedicated to ensuring the effective implementation of this Compact.
@dsengeh@mof_sl@KYumkella@PeteKaindaneh@kamaraanthony1 “In Dr. Yumkella, you have a resourceful and dedicated person and we are excited to work with him to ensure your vision & the sector succeeds,” Nganga responded.
@PresidentBio received @EnergyAlliance VP for Africa @ngangaj in NY on the margins of #UNGA79. They discussed ongoing reforms of the energy sector and commended the President for his vision and the progress taking place.