Joseph Isangura
In a groundbreaking move, African leaders have pledged to provide reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy to 300 million people across the continent by 2030.
This commitment came during the Africa Energy Summit in Dar es Salaam on January 28, 2025, where heads of state gathered under the theme “Powering Africa for Reliable, Affordable, Inclusive Sustainable, and Clean Energy for All.”
During the summit, Prof. Vincent Nmehielle, the Secretary-General of the African Development Bank Group, stressed the urgency of addressing the continent’s energy crisis. He pointed out that nearly 600 million people in Africa still live without electricity, and about 1 billion people lack access to clean cooking solutions. This energy gap is a barrier to progress and quality of life for millions across the continent.
Prof. Nmehielle took a moment to acknowledge the leadership of President Samia Suluhu Hassan, whose role in hosting the summit was seen as crucial in pushing the agenda for clean energy solutions. “We commend President Samia Suluhu Hassan for her exceptional leadership in organizing this summit and advocating for clean cooking energy solutions in Africa. This gathering marks a significant step toward achieving universal energy access for all,” he said.
The leaders, recognizing the scale of the task, also acknowledged the important contributions from international development partners. The African Development Bank (AfDB) and the World Bank are set to provide $48 billion in funding by 2030 to accelerate electrification. This funding will help bring electricity to 250 million people and provide clean cooking solutions to another 50 million.
The AfDB has committed $18.2 billion to this initiative, with the World Bank pledging $22 billion. Alongside these major commitments, other global partners are also stepping up to support the effort. The Rockefeller Foundation has offered $20 million in technical assistance to help develop country-specific energy plans, ensuring that each nation’s energy needs are addressed.
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The Islamic Development Bank has pledged $2.65 billion, the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank has committed $1.5 billion, and the OPEC Fund has announced a $1 billion contribution. The French government is also expected to make a significant contribution in the coming months.
This collective push represents a major step forward in Africa’s efforts to close the energy access gap. The summit highlighted how crucial it is for Africa to secure sustainable, clean, and affordable energy for its people energy that can fuel economic growth, improve living standards, and help lift millions out of poverty. With such strong commitments from both African leaders and international partners, the Dar es Salaam Energy Declaration offers hope that Africa is on the path to a brighter, more energy-secure future.
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