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A paradox of abundance and scarcity marks Africa’s current energy system. Africa holds 60 percent of the world’s best solar resources yet generates only 20 percent of its electricity from renewables, with over 750 million people lacking electricity and two billion relying on biomass for cooking. Fossil fuels still dominate (70 to 90 percent of primary energy), and access inequalities persist, particularly in rural areas. 

This report examines Africa’s Renewable Energy transformation at a critical inflection point, where unprecedented climate challenges, deep energy poverty, and widening inequalities intersect with vast renewable potential. It aims to identify actionable pathways for achieving an inclusive and sustainable Renewable Energy future in Africa. 

• pdf | Analysis No. 114 – Achieving Africa’s Energy Goals | 1 MB