Africa's energy transition, outlined by Executive Secretary Anibor Khragha of the African Refiners & Distributors Association (ARDA), centers on sustainable finance, regional integration, and investor-friendly policies. The continent aims to achieve energy security and industrial growth on its own terms, moving away from strategies designed for developed economies.

• The African Development Bank (AfDB) estimates Africa’s energy transition will cost around $100 billion per year between 2020 and 2040.
• ARDA champions innovative financing models, while projects like Angola’s 35MW solar development and Uganda’s 250MW Bujagali hydropower plant demonstrate progress.
• Regional initiatives such as the African Single Electricity Market (AfSEM) and the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) are crucial for harmonized regulations and shared power resources, supporting energy security and economic growth.