By providing capacity support to the African Union Commission and the African Union Development Agency, the Africa-EU Energy Partnership actively assists in the implementation of the continental initiatives Africa Single Electricity Market (AfSEM) and the Continental Power Systems Masterplan (CMP).
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The 16th AEEP Energy Talks on 11 September 2024 will focus on "Rolling out Africa's Continental Masterplan at Scale: The Role of Energy Tendering Systems". This webinar will explore how energy tendering systems are pivotal in accelerating renewable energy deployment, fostering competition, and promoting innovation across Africa. Key discussions will include best practices for project selection, attracting private investment, and ensuring transparent, merit-based procurement to enhance the credibility and sustainability of Africa’s energy sector.
The Africa-EU Green Energy Initiative (AEGEI) is Europe’s contribution to Africa’s transformative effort to reshape the energy landscape of the continent. This initiative aims to enhance electricity production from renewable sources and broaden access to energy across Africa, while promoting energy efficiency and supporting regulatory reforms to create a favourable environment for private investment. By fostering market integration, AEGEI seeks to catalyse sustainable economic growth and improve the quality of life for millions.
On the sidelines of the African Development Bank (AfDB) Annual Meetings, the African Union Development Agency-NEPAD (AUDA-NEPAD) hosted a partner’s breakfast session titled "The Africa Continental Power Systems Masterplan: A Blueprint for the Africa Single Electricity Market." This event marked a milestone in Africa’s journey towards a unified, sustainable electricity market, essential for the continent's socio-economic transformation.
The 15th AEEP Energy Talks on 26 June 2024 (11:00-13:00 CET,12:00-14:00 EAT) will dive into "Fueling Partnerships: Investing in Clean Cooking for Health, Equality, and Climate in Africa". The webinar will highlight the urgent need for clean cooking solutions in Africa and share insights from Africa-European collaboration.