Africa Renewable Energy Sector Report 2025-2026

Africa is increasingly turning to renewable sources to tackle its energy problems. Energy poverty in Africa remains widespread and according to the African Development Bank (AfDB) over 640mn of the continent's population lack access to energy. This corresponds to an electrification rate of just over 40%, amongst the lowest in the world. Chronic under-supply of secure and affordable electricity is a barrier to growth, job creation and poverty reduction. Lacking access to clean energy sources, over half of Africa's population is forced to resort to biomass, such as firewood and charcoal - an option that is economically inefficient and environmentally devastating.

This report provides a complete and detailed analysis of the "Renewable energy" sector for Africa and the Middle East. EMIS Insights presents in-depth business intelligence in a standard format across countries and regions, providing a balanced mix between analysis and data.

What this report allows you to do:

• Understand the key elements at play in the "Renewable energy" sector in Africa and the Middle East
• Crystallise the forces both driving and restraining this sector in Africa and the Middle East
• Ascertain Africa and the Middle East’s position in the global sector
• Build a complete perspective on sector trade, investment and employment
• Understand the competitive landscape and who the major players are
• View M&A activity and major deals
• Gain an understanding of the regulatory environment for the sector in Africa and the Middle East.
• Build a clear picture of trends, output and consumption for specific sub-sectors