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Zambia commissions first solar-hydro hybrid plant
August 12, 2026
In a transformative milestone for Southern Africa’s energy landscape, the official commissioning of Zambia’s first solar-hydro hybrid power plant marks a critical shift toward climate-resilient infrastructure. The project seamlessly integrates… Read More »Zambia commissions first solar-hydro hybrid plant
New World Bank approach paper on hydropower development
August 1, 2026
Ensuring access to reliable, affordable, and modern energy is central to the World Bank Group’s mission, with hydropower playing a critical role in supporting economic growth, job creation, and essential… Read More »New World Bank approach paper on hydropower development
World Bank approves Ifahsa PSP in Morocco
July 1, 2026
The World Bank Board of Directors today approved $265 million to support the Ifahsa Pumped Hydropower Storage Project in Morocco, a major clean energy infrastructure investment in northern Morocco and one of… Read More »World Bank approves Ifahsa PSP in Morocco
UNIDO assists with 2.4MW hydro at Assop Falls, Nigeria
June 15, 2026
In a significant step towards expanding access to affordable, reliable, sustainable, and modern energy, the UNIDO, in partnership with the Plateau State Government and with co-financing support from the European… Read More »UNIDO assists with 2.4MW hydro at Assop Falls, Nigeria
â‘¢ African hydropower stations
Overview of hydropower stations in southern and east Africa.
This database is work-in-progress and definitely not including each and every hydrostation at the moment.
If you have information on hydrostation(s) not yet included, please drop me a message.