African nations facing frequent blackouts and power shortages are set to receive significant investment in solar power. A partnership between a Chinese engineering firm and a Hong Kong investment bank, backed by Chinese banks, will deploy new solar power stations across the continent.

• Three major solar projects are underway across Africa, collectively valued at more than $5 billion (Sh645 billion), expected to add up to 1,000 megawatts of new electricity.
• The partnership involves Dalian CDS Solar Energy Technology Co. of China and Hong Kong investment bank Treadway.
• More than 600 million people in Africa lack reliable electricity, with 30 African countries experiencing power shortages and regular service interruptions.