Global renewable infrastructure investor Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners has secured €1.3 billion in the first close of its new Energy Transition Credit Fund.
March 13, 2026
Global institutional investors managing trillions of dollars have tightened their climate playbook. The Net-Zero Asset Owner Alliance has expanded its framework with updated transition targets designed to accelerate real-economy decarbonisation.
March 13, 2026
Nigeria’s central bank is sending a clear signal to financial markets: climate risk is financial risk. Speaking on the growing role of green central banking, Olayemi Cardoso, governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, emphasised that climate threats now pose systemic risks to the financial sector.
March 13, 2026
China is preparing to launch its 15th Five-Year Plan (2026 – 2030), a policy blueprint that will shape the country’s climate trajectory and influence global emissions for the rest of the decade.
March 12, 2026

Global renewable infrastructure investor Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners has secured €1.3 billion in the first close of its new Energy Transition Credit Fund.

Global institutional investors managing trillions of dollars have tightened their climate playbook. The Net-Zero Asset Owner Alliance has expanded its framework with updated transition targets designed to accelerate real-economy decarbonisation.

Nigeria’s central bank is sending a clear signal to financial markets: climate risk is financial risk. Speaking on the growing role of green central banking, Olayemi Cardoso, governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, emphasised that climate threats now pose systemic risks to the financial sector.

China is preparing to launch its 15th Five-Year Plan (2026 – 2030), a policy blueprint that will shape the country’s climate trajectory and influence global emissions for the rest of the decade.

The World Bank says $50 billion has been mobilised to accelerate electrification across Africa, marking one of the largest coordinated financing efforts aimed at closing the continent’s energy access gap.

Somalia is mapping a new climate and development strategy as part of its Vision 2060 national transformation agenda. The roadmap seeks to address climate vulnerability while accelerating economic recovery and institutional reforms.

Solar entrepreneurs across Nigeria say raising capital in 2026 is becoming both more urgent and more complex as demand for off-grid electricity surges.

Severe drought across parts of Somalia has driven water prices up by as much as 2,000%, according to humanitarian organisation Oxfam. The surge reflects worsening climate pressures across the Horn of Africa, where rainfall failures are intensifying water scarcity.

Nigeria’s electricity regulator has ordered all privately owned power substations to connect to the national grid, in a move aimed at improving power system coordination.

Lyra Energy has begun construction of the $238 million Thakadu solar plant in South Africa, marking a significant private-sector investment in renewable energy infrastructure.

Kenya has intensified scrutiny of its rapidly expanding carbon credit market after investigations uncovered questionable practices among some project developers.

Ghana’s Tema Port has begun installing a 1.5-megawatt solar power system, marking a new step toward cleaner energy in Africa’s logistics sector.

Global renewable infrastructure investor Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners has secured €1.3 billion in the first close of its new Energy Transition Credit Fund.

Global institutional investors managing trillions of dollars have tightened their climate playbook. The Net-Zero Asset Owner Alliance has expanded its framework with updated transition targets designed to accelerate real-economy decarbonisation.

Nigeria’s central bank is sending a clear signal to financial markets: climate risk is financial risk. Speaking on the growing role of green central banking, Olayemi Cardoso, governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, emphasised that climate threats now pose systemic risks to the financial sector.

China is preparing to launch its 15th Five-Year Plan (2026 – 2030), a policy blueprint that will shape the country’s climate trajectory and influence global emissions for the rest of the decade.

The World Bank says $50 billion has been mobilised to accelerate electrification across Africa, marking one of the largest coordinated financing efforts aimed at closing the continent’s energy access gap.

Somalia is mapping a new climate and development strategy as part of its Vision 2060 national transformation agenda. The roadmap seeks to address climate vulnerability while accelerating economic recovery and institutional reforms.

Solar entrepreneurs across Nigeria say raising capital in 2026 is becoming both more urgent and more complex as demand for off-grid electricity surges.

Severe drought across parts of Somalia has driven water prices up by as much as 2,000%, according to humanitarian organisation Oxfam. The surge reflects worsening climate pressures across the Horn of Africa, where rainfall failures are intensifying water scarcity.

Nigeria’s electricity regulator has ordered all privately owned power substations to connect to the national grid, in a move aimed at improving power system coordination.

Lyra Energy has begun construction of the $238 million Thakadu solar plant in South Africa, marking a significant private-sector investment in renewable energy infrastructure.

Kenya has intensified scrutiny of its rapidly expanding carbon credit market after investigations uncovered questionable practices among some project developers.

Ghana’s Tema Port has begun installing a 1.5-megawatt solar power system, marking a new step toward cleaner energy in Africa’s logistics sector.
Africa’s future is being shaped by bold alliances and circular innovation. At the NCIC DICE Digital Solution launch, the Nigeria Climate Innovation Centre and Canadian partners showcased how circular economy initiatives, digitalisation, and inclusive investment are driving sustainable growth. The event highlighted success stories in clean energy, recycling, and SME empowerment, presenting a blueprint for Africa’s regenerative economy and its journey toward climate resilience and shared prosperity.
Dr Uche Ogah urged policy stability and rapid reforms at NAEC 2025, arguing Nigeria must modernize its grid, scale renewables, invest in gas as a transition fuel, and build local green manufacturing and skills to attract investment and avoid becoming a passive importer of green technology.
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The African Energy Chamber has named Sahara Group executives Mariah Lucciano-Gabriel and Yetunde Sorinola among its 2025 “20 Under 40 Energy Women Rising Stars,” spotlighting women’s leadership and innovation shaping Africa’s energy transition.
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Enugu State is charting a renewable energy future with a PPP blueprint that blends investor confidence, regulatory reforms, and community ownership to deliver reliable power to schools, clinics, and MSMEs across Nigeria.
The African Energy Chamber has named Sahara Group executives Mariah Lucciano-Gabriel and Yetunde Sorinola among its 2025 “20 Under 40 Energy Women Rising Stars,” spotlighting women’s leadership and innovation shaping Africa’s energy transition.
The African Energy Chamber has named Sahara Group executives Mariah Lucciano-Gabriel and Yetunde Sorinola among its 2025 “20 Under 40 Energy Women Rising Stars,” spotlighting women’s leadership and innovation shaping Africa’s energy transition.
DICE Africa launches regional initiative to boost digital transformation and inclusive finance for circular economy SMEs across West Africa, uniting leaders in innovation, policy, and finance to scale green solutions, empower entrepreneurs, and drive sustainable economic growth
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DICE Africa launches regional initiative to boost digital transformation and inclusive finance for circular economy SMEs across West Africa, uniting leaders in innovation, policy, and finance to scale green solutions, empower entrepreneurs, and drive sustainable economic growth
DICE Africa launches regional initiative to boost digital transformation and inclusive finance for circular economy SMEs across West Africa, uniting leaders in innovation, policy, and finance to scale green solutions, empower entrepreneurs, and drive sustainable economic growth
Africa’s future is being shaped by bold alliances and circular innovation. At the NCIC DICE Digital Solution launch, the Nigeria Climate Innovation Centre and Canadian partners showcased how circular economy initiatives, digitalisation, and inclusive investment are driving sustainable growth. The event highlighted success stories in clean energy, recycling, and SME empowerment, presenting a blueprint for Africa’s regenerative economy and its journey toward climate resilience and shared prosperity.
Africa’s future is being shaped by bold alliances and circular innovation. At the NCIC DICE Digital Solution launch, the Nigeria Climate Innovation Centre and Canadian partners showcased how circular economy initiatives, digitalisation, and inclusive investment are driving sustainable growth. The event highlighted success stories in clean energy, recycling, and SME empowerment, presenting a blueprint for Africa’s regenerative economy and its journey toward climate resilience and shared prosperity.
Africa’s future is being shaped by bold alliances and circular innovation. At the NCIC DICE Digital Solution launch, the Nigeria Climate Innovation Centre and Canadian partners showcased how circular economy initiatives, digitalisation, and inclusive investment are driving sustainable growth. The event highlighted success stories in clean energy, recycling, and SME empowerment, presenting a blueprint for Africa’s regenerative economy and its journey toward climate resilience and shared prosperity.
SCGN participants at the 20th Corporate Governance Conference urged Nigeria to strengthen ethical leadership, adopt ESG standards, update regulatory frameworks, and boost board oversight and tax literacy to attract investment, manage AI and cyber risks, and improve institutional resilience amid economic reforms and talent migration.
Designers Jason Samuel and Ugo Monye argue grooming, cultural fashion and mental health redefine contemporary masculinity, linking appearance to opportunity and well-being.
by Sustainable Stories Africa
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