The development trend of solar energy application in Africa

Energy shortage is a common problem faced by African countries. According to a report jointly issued by the International Energy Agency, the United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs, the World Bank, and the World Health Organization in 2021, by 2030, there will still be 660 million people in the world without electricity. , most of whom live in sub-Saharan Africa.

China attaches great importance to clean energy cooperation with Africa and has become one of Africa's major partners in clean energy development and an important force in promoting Africa's green development. China is taking advantage of its technological advantages in clean energy to help African countries increase the supply of renewable energy, boosting economic recovery and development in Africa during the epidemic.

In Garissa County, northeastern Kenya, the Chinese company has built a 50-megawatt photovoltaic power station here, which is the largest photovoltaic power station in East Africa. The average annual power generation exceeds 76 million kWh, which can meet the electricity demand of about 70,000 households and 380,000 people. It not only relieves the local residents from the problem of power shortage but also greatly promotes the development of local industry and commerce, creating a large number of employment opportunities.

Now in Kenya, not only photovoltaic power generation but also Chinese-made solar lamps, solar water heaters, and other products are also deeply loved by local residents.