The World Bank (WB) has approved a US$300 million donation made available by the International Development Association (IDA) to allow greater access to energy and broadband services in rural areas of Mozambique, according to a statement from the institution. The document issued on December 14, 2021 highlights...
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EDM projects to electrify all administrative posts in Tete in eight years
All the administrative posts in the province of Tete will be electrified in the next eight years. The guarantee was given by the director of the company Electricidade de Moçambique (EDM) who also revealed that the energization of those regions will be done both with the national energy as well as through solar panels. According to Carlos Muhoro, at this moment there are 10...
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HCB exceeds annual goal in energy production
It is a fact! As expected, the Hydroelectric of Cahora Bassa (HCB) registered, in 2021, a global production of 14.990 GWh, corresponding to 6.12% above the production planned for the year 2021. According to the statement that reached our editorial office, the global hydroelectric production results from the availability of water resources, state-of-the-art equipment...
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United Nations points to energy as key to Africa's future after pandemic
Africa is a rich continent with huge potential in renewable energy. UN Special Adviser for Africa, Bitsat Yohannes-Kassahun, says the focus on energy is essential to unlock the continent's future during the pandemic recovery. The recommendation is to expand Africans' access to "reliable, affordable and sustainable energy," the UN advisor for Africa argues, quoted in a UN News agency publication. The...
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EDM to invest over $300 million in new connections by 2022
A little over US$300 million is the amount that the state-owned electricity company Eletricidade de Moçambique (EDM) will invest this year in new electricity connections as part of the presidential initiative energy for all. The announcement of the investment for the expansion of the electricity grid was made by the president of the board of directors of the company EDM,...
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Energy prices in Europe soar as winter sets in
Europe is facing an energy shortage at a time when colder weather is making itself felt, driving up demand and skyrocketing prices, with no relief in sight. Temperatures are expected to drop below zero degrees Celsius in several European capitals this week,...
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World coal-fired power production to grow 9% this year
The world's coal-fired power production is expected to increase by 9% this year compared to last year's 2020, threatening the targets set for carbon neutrality by 2050, according to a report by the International Energy Agency released this Friday and reported by Bloomberg. According to the International Energy Agency report, in the United States alone and...
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Energy: Five African countries including Mozambique stand out
In addition to Mozambique (the only Portuguese-speaking country), Cameroon, Guinea Conakry, Kenya, and Tunisia were other countries that stood out at the recently concluded Africa Energy Marketplace. The event brought together governments, private sector, and development partners to highlight strategic projects and key energy sector reforms. The countries' proposals also emphasized,...
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Mozambique: WB finances $300 million for energy and Internet
In Mozambique the data show that access to energy remains low. That is, in rural areas only 8% of the population has access to energy. The situation improves in urban areas, with figures pointing to about 72% of the population. In terms of the use of telecommunications services, the scenario is...
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December 3, 2021December 3, 2021Technology & Innovation
Tesla launches more efficient solar tiles capable of producing 22% more energy
The electric vehicle manufacturer has released a new solar tile that has a higher power output while maintaining the dimensions of the old one. The company's goal is to make the switch to solar power in a more elegant way by replacing regular shingles with solar shingles that generate power, rather than having to install solar panels...