Discover how Productive Use of Renewable Energy (PURE) technologies, including solar irrigation and cold chain solutions, are gaining investor interest despite a downturn in global off-grid solar sector funding.

Discover how Kubik, an Ethiopian startup, is transforming plastic waste into durable building materials while securing fresh funding for its innovative approach.

Discover how M-KOPA and Bolt are teaming up to revolutionize transportation in Kenya with electric motorcycles, empowering drivers while fighting climate change.

Volvo has unveiled an electric heavy-duty truck rental programme in South Africa, amidst a growing demand for clean mobility on the continent

African countries are welcoming a new era of more progressive EV adoption policies in a bid to increase the number of EVs on their roads.

In the midst of a global push towards electric vehicles, African nations are forging ahead with systems and policies to ramp up EV adoption.

Satgana, a climate-tech venture capital firm, has successfully closed its first fund at €8 million ($8.6 million), targeting up to 30 early-stage startups in Africa and Europe. Led by founder Romain Diaz, the firm secured commitments from notable investors, including Maurice Lévy of Publicis Groupe and Thibaud Hug de Larauze, co-founder of Back Market. Despite challenges in fundraising, Satgana plans to focus on investing in climate change mitigation and resilience-building startups, particularly in mobility, food and agriculture, energy, industry, and the circular economy sectors.

From powering the notoriously dirty Secunda industrial complex to its strategic application to power mines, wind energy is emerging as a viable option for powering South Africa’s industrial energy transition, even though grid restraints remain a challenge.

In a bid to attract investors interested in tapping into Africa’s extensive green hydrogen potential, African countries are leveraging special economic zones to grow the sector.

The energy sector has historically been entrenched with gender disparities impacting both representation and compensation, but a new report unveils a notable shift in dynamics fueled by the renewable energy subsector.

As South Africa grapples with severe power shortages, Hohm Energy raises an impressive $8 million in seed funding, marking the largest for a South African tech startup. The three-year-old clean tech firm connects homeowners with solar solutions, streamlining processes through its innovative marketplace and software model. With a mission to make renewable energy accessible, Hohm Energy aims to empower over 7 million households, offering a sustainable alternative amidst the country's energy woes.

Nigerian cleantech startup Arnergy lights up the renewable energy landscape with a $3 million funding boost from All On, aiming to provide affordable and reliable solar power solutions to homes and businesses across Nigeria. 🌍⚡

In a groundbreaking collaboration, Nigerian agri-tech startup UfarmX, known for its blockchain-driven solutions, has partnered with Africa GreenTec to address post-harvest challenges faced by women farmers in Senegal. The innovative pilot program offers subsidised access to solar-powered storage containers, providing a cost-effective and sustainable solution to climate-related issues. Together, UfarmX and Africa GreenTec aim to empower communities and revolutionize Senegal's agricultural landscape.

Roam, a trailblazing electric vehicle (EV) startup based in Kenya, has successfully raised $24 million in a Series A funding round, including a $10 million debt commitment from the U.S International Development Finance Corporation. The investment aims to fuel the scaling of Roam's production of electric motorcycles and buses, marking a significant leap in Africa's push towards sustainable and eco-friendly transportation solutions.

Discover how Peercarbon, founded in 2023, is revolutionizing sustainability in African SMEs. By offering science-based tools to measure CO2 emissions and connecting businesses with green finance, Peercarbon empowers SMEs for a greener future.

Ethiopia, Africa’s most affordable electricity provider, retools its green energy resources for crypto mining, with an initial offering to Chinese investors. Where's next?

Discover how Catalyst Fund, a pre-seed VC fund and accelerator, is propelling innovation in Africa by investing in six climate-tech startups within the last four months. With a vision to enhance resilience in underserved communities, Catalyst Fund's targeted US$40 million fund, backed by influential investors, is making waves in the climate-tech space. 🚀🌍

Rally Cap VC, known for its focus on emerging markets fintech, has ventured into climate tech with the launch of Rally Cap Climate, a $5 million fund. The move reflects a shift in investment trends, as climate tech gains prominence as the new frontier. The fund has already achieved its first close at $2.5 million and anticipates a final close at $5 million.

🌟 Off-grid solar pioneer Bboxx makes a bold move, shifting its headquarters to Kigali, Rwanda, pledging a $100 million investment and training 500 locals. 🌞 Embracing an Africa-first strategy, Bboxx aims to impact 36 million lives by 2028, reinforcing its commitment to sustainable energy solutions. 🚀 Joining the tech wave in Rwanda, Bboxx aligns with the country's innovation push for a brighter, greener future.

Despite a squeeze in funding across Africa’s VC spectrum in 2023, climate tech startups were a striking exception, hauling in US$1 billion of the total US$3.5 billion raised as investor interest surged.

As Africa gears up for an electric mobility transformation, Chinese electric vehicle manufacturers like BYD are racing to reshape the narrative and challenge Western dominance. Explore how they are penetrating markets from Rwanda to South Africa, reshaping the continent's decarbonization journey.

Kenya's innovative climate-tech startup, KOKO, has clinched undisclosed funding from Rand Merchant Bank (RMB). KOKO, known for its groundbreaking bioethanol cooking fuel distributed via a network of high-tech KOKO Fuel ATMs, aims to reduce charcoal dependency in over 1.1 million homes across urban Kenya.

General Atlantic, a New York-based growth equity firm, is set to acquire Actis, a London-based energy infrastructure investor with a significant presence in Africa, in a deal exceeding $12.5 billion. The partnership aims to deepen investments in sustainable infrastructure, creating a global platform with $96 billion in assets under management (AUM). Actis, known for its investments in African energy projects, will become the sustainable infrastructure arm within General Atlantic's investment platform, maintaining independence over its investment decisions.

Motorcycle taxis are on the rise in various African markets, thanks to low electrification costs and efficiency in last-mile transportation and experts are calling for incentives to accelerate the electrification initiative.

Innovative cement technologies that cut emissions and utilise local materials are entering Africa, where the green cement market is forecast to hit $867.9 million in four years.