By SCM Energy Correspondent
BRIT investors are being urged to plug into a massive £10 billion ($13bn) energy goldmine in Africa.
A massive wave of cash is currently waiting to be unleashed on the continent, with savvy backers lining up to fund a clean energy revolution.
New figures show that investment in African energy deals hit a staggering $13.84 billion in 2025—with the lion’s share going into green, eco-friendly power.
But there is a catch. Despite a whopping 74,000 MW of power being promised, only a fraction—around 14,500 MW—has actually been built. Experts call it the “execution gap,” and they say the race is now on to find “bankable” projects that can actually deliver the goods.
The “smart money” is already seeing results. In South Africa, a monster solar project backed by 25-year deals with giants like Sasol is proving that big solar-plus-battery schemes can work.
Meanwhile, in Zambia, the Ilute Solar Project has just cleared its final financial hurdles, proving that even smaller plants can be a “bright idea” for investors when the contracts are solid.
The hunt for the next big deal moves to France next month for the Invest in African Energy Forum (April 22-23).
City bigwigs, policymakers, and energy bosses will descend on Paris to bridge the gap between “big ideas” and “big reality.
A spokesperson for the forum said:
”Closing the gap won’t happen through cash alone. It needs proven developers and clever finance to deliver the energy that powers economies and creates jobs.”
With a £10 billion pot on the table, the message to investors is clear: The lights are coming on in Africa—don’t get left in the dark!
