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April 21, 2026
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Africa urged to fast-track energy access as Kenya emerges renewable investment hub
NAIROBI, Kenya, Apr 21 – Energy stakeholders attending the Alliance for Rural Electrification (ARE) Energy Access Investment Forum (EAIF) 2026 in Nairobi Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today |..
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Nairobi, Kenya – April 21, 2026 – African energy stakeholders are urging accelerated efforts to close the continent's energy access gap, despite Kenya emerging as a leading hub for renewable energy investment.
- Up to 80% of energy projects in Africa fail between feasibility and investment stages, according to COMESA.
- David Lecoque, CEO of the Alliance for Rural Electrification (ARE), emphasized that renewable energy is the most affordable pathway for the continent.
- The European Union's Global Gateway initiative is increasing support for Africa's energy transition through blended financing, as highlighted by Henriette Geiger, Ambassador of the EU Delegation to Kenya.
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