Ensuring reliable, competitive, and sovereign energy
May 11, 2026 | 1:45 PM EAT - 2:15 PM EAT
Agora Build
Description
This panel will examine how to ensure a secure energy supply capable of supporting industrialisation whilst accelerating the energy transition. It will address major projects, renewable energy and technological solutions. The discussion will cover topics ranging from security of supply to the transformation of the energy mix.
Summary :
Reliable and affordable energy access remains a critical challenge for Africa, with 600 million people lacking electricity despite the continent’s significant renewable energy potential. Experts emphasize that solving this crisis requires a multi-faceted approach, combining large-scale utility projects, decentralized solutions, and technological improvements to enhance grid efficiency and reduce massive distribution losses. Ultimately, strengthening Africa's energy sovereignty depends on robust public-private partnerships, innovative financing, and a commitment to both industrial-scale production and local-level energy access.
