Africa50 has announced its partnership in co-developing the 125 MW Orinko gas-to-power project in Gabon, aligning with the country’s ambition to strengthen energy infrastructure and reduce reliance on imported fuels. The project, located in Owendo near Libreville, is expected to enhance Gabon’s base-load power generation using domestically sourced gas. 🔋🏗️🌿 Key Stakeholders and Ownership StructureContinueContinue reading “Africa50 Joins Forces to Co-Develop 125 MW Gas Power Plant in Gabon: Financial Modelling Insights 🌍⚙️📊”
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Scaling Renewable Energy Access in Nigeria: Konexa-CFM-Norfund Partnership 🌍📈🔋
Quick Overview: $3.6M for a Big Impact 🌞💰📊 Konexa, Climate Fund Managers (CFM), and Norfund agreed to invest $3.6 million into Nigeria’s renewable energy sector, specifically focusing on solar power and improved grid infrastructure. Although $3.6 million might seem small compared to the overall energy needs, it’s part of a strategic plan that could unlockContinueContinue reading “Scaling Renewable Energy Access in Nigeria: Konexa-CFM-Norfund Partnership 🌍📈🔋”
European DFIs Commit $80 Million to BluePeak’s Pan-African Private Credit Fund
Catalyzing Africa’s Mid-Market Growth through Private Credit On May 13, 2025, four major European Development Finance Institutions—British International Investment (BII), FMO, Swedfund, and the Swiss Investment Fund for Emerging Markets (SIFEM)—announced a joint $80 million commitment to BluePeak Private Capital Fund II (BPCF II). This move is poised to address the critical funding gap forContinueContinue reading “European DFIs Commit $80 Million to BluePeak’s Pan-African Private Credit Fund”
IFC Drives Green Urban Mobility in Dakar: A Financial Modeller’s Perspective on Senegal’s Transit Transformation
Strategic PPPs to Reinvent Dakar’s Urban Mobility The International Finance Corporation (IFC) signed four key public-private partnership (PPP) agreements with CETUD (Executive Council for Urban Transport in Dakar), setting the stage for a transformative shift in Senegal’s urban transport ecosystem. These partnerships reflect a growing global trend: leveraging private capital and innovation to design sustainable,ContinueContinue reading “IFC Drives Green Urban Mobility in Dakar: A Financial Modeller’s Perspective on Senegal’s Transit Transformation”
Financial Modelling for Green Hydrogen Projects: Navigating a New Frontier 🌍📈🔧
As the world races toward net-zero targets, green hydrogen is emerging as a transformative solution for decarbonizing hard-to-abate sectors such as steel, cement, and heavy transport. Yet, as with any emerging sector, robust financial modelling is crucial to attract capital, ensure bankability, and manage project risks. This article explores the unique financial modelling considerations forContinueContinue reading “Financial Modelling for Green Hydrogen Projects: Navigating a New Frontier 🌍📈🔧”
Bamako Targets Chinese Developer for Landmark Energy-from-Waste Project 🚀🌍♻️
Earlier this month, Bamako, the capital of Mali, initiated plans for a transformative Energy-from-Waste (EfW) plant designed to process 2,000 tonnes of waste daily and generate 24 MW of power. With the support of international partners, this project could mark a significant advancement for urban energy and waste management in West Africa. 🌱📊🏗️ Project HighlightsContinueContinue reading “Bamako Targets Chinese Developer for Landmark Energy-from-Waste Project 🚀🌍♻️”
Financial Modeling for Mini Hydro Projects: Turning Flow into Finance 💧⚙️📈
Mini hydropower projects (typically 1 MW to 10 MW) are emerging as a vital piece in the clean energy puzzle, especially in developing and mountainous regions with abundant river systems. However, their development hinges on more than just topography and hydrology—it demands rigorous financial modeling to assess feasibility, secure financing, and ensure long-term sustainability. 🌍💼📉ContinueContinue reading “Financial Modeling for Mini Hydro Projects: Turning Flow into Finance 💧⚙️📈”
Qair Secures 178 MW Moroccan Wind and Solar Projects Backed by CVC DIF
Qair, the French renewable energy developer backed by CVC DIF—the infrastructure investment arm of global private equity firm CVC Capital Partners—has secured critical authorizations for two large-scale Moroccan renewable energy projects totaling 178 MW. The Tetouan wind farm (390 GWh/year) and Tiznit solar project (115 GWh/year) will collectively produce 505 GWh annually and mark aContinueContinue reading “Qair Secures 178 MW Moroccan Wind and Solar Projects Backed by CVC DIF”
EDF Joins Forces on Madagascar’s USD 500m Hydropower Venture
EDF Renewables formally joined the consortium overseeing the Volobe Amont hydroelectric project in Madagascar, marking a pivotal development for the country’s clean energy ambitions. This large-scale initiative exemplifies the growing role of financial modeling and international partnerships in making African renewable infrastructure bankable and scalable. Consortium Structure and Ownership The Volobe Amont project now comprisesContinueContinue reading “EDF Joins Forces on Madagascar’s USD 500m Hydropower Venture”
Kenitra–Marrakech High-Speed Rail Line: Morocco’s Leap Toward Sustainable Infrastructure 🚄🌍
Morocco is set to transform its transportation landscape with the development of a high-speed rail line connecting Kenitra to Marrakech. This ambitious project, a cornerstone of the nation’s broader rail expansion strategy, aims to enhance connectivity, stimulate economic growth, and position Morocco as a leader in sustainable infrastructure development. 🌱 Project Overview: Kenitra–Marrakech High-Speed RailContinueContinue reading “Kenitra–Marrakech High-Speed Rail Line: Morocco’s Leap Toward Sustainable Infrastructure 🚄🌍”