ADDIS ABABA / DAKAR — A coalition of 32 African nations has ratified the Pan-Continental Green Energy Pact, launching an ambitious effort to integrate renewable energy systems and strengthen electricity connections across borders.
Backed by the African Union and international climate funds, the multi-billion-dollar initiative targets the generation of 100 gigawatts of clean energy by 2035.
The programme will focus on large-scale solar farms across the Sahel and Sahara, wind-energy corridors along the East African coast, and green hydrogen projects in North and Southern Africa.
Participating countries believe that linking national power grids and pooling resources could help address persistent electricity shortages while supporting industrial development.
Officials also see the initiative as an opportunity for Africa to become a major exporter of clean energy, particularly green hydrogen, to international markets.
The agreement represents a major step toward greater regional cooperation in Africa's energy sector.
