Uganda has earmarked $43m for early-stage exploration at two new Great Rift Valley sites thought to be prospective for geothermal power. The Kampala government has said it is keen to diversify its energy portfolio and reduce its reliance on hydroelectric power (HEP) resources.
Issue 522 - 12 March 2025
The new NDC administration is promising a radical shake-up of Ghanaian institutions and spending, including another stab at electricity sector privatisation – in an attempt to carry through what John Mahama promised when he was last president, a decade ago. Delivering meaningful reform will provide an even greater challenge now than it did for his last government, writes Jon Marks.
Issue 522 - 12 March 2025
Renewable energy, Resources, Gas, Strategy & risk, Finance & investment, Politics & security
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