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This chapter explores the critical role of green energy in advancing Africa’s sustainable development, climate resilience, and inclusive growth. Despite abundant renewable resources, Africa continues to face severe energy poverty, with millions lacking access to reliable electricity and clean cooking solutions. The chapter examines the continent’s current energy landscape, highlighting regional disparities and overreliance on fossil fuels and climate-sensitive hydropower. It makes the case for green energy as a catalyst for economic growth, job creation, and social equity while reducing emissions and vulnerability to climate impacts. The chapter further identifies key enabling conditions for a successful transition, including coherent policies, innovative financing, technological innovation, and capacity building. These elements form a strategic agenda for Africa’s sustainable energy future.

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The Green Energy Imperative for Africa’s Development: Policy Pathways for a Low-Carbon Future

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    2026年

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  • Ibrahim Nandom Yakubu

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This chapter explores the critical role of green energy in advancing Africa’s sustainable development, climate resilience, and inclusive growth. Despite abundant renewable resources, Africa continues to face severe energy poverty, with millions lacking access to reliable electricity and clean cooking solutions. The chapter examines the continent’s current energy landscape, highlighting regional disparities and overreliance on fossil fuels and climate-sensitive hydropower. It makes the case for green energy as a catalyst for economic growth, job creation, and social equity while reducing emissions and vulnerability to climate impacts. The chapter further identifies key enabling conditions for a successful transition, including coherent policies, innovative financing, technological innovation, and capacity building. These elements form a strategic agenda for Africa’s sustainable energy future.