Akili Energy Weekly Brief - March 9th to 15th

The Weekly Energy Brief — Africa (March 9–15, 2026) highlights major energy developments across the continent amid a surge in oil prices following the Strait of Hormuz disruption. Key updates include the financial close of South Africa’s 255 MW Thakadu solar project, Tunisia’s 60 MW Sidi Bouzid solar plant reaching commercial operation, and Globeleq’s acquisition of a 51% stake in Zambia’s Lunsemfwa Hydro. The brief also covers financing deals in Egypt and rural telecom solar projects, alongside oil and gas developments in Nigeria, Tanzania, and Namibia.