GE Turns on Power in Power Africa
Whether it’s kick starting local off-grid energy projects in Kenya and Nigeria, or larger scale initiatives across the region, GE’s involvement in the Power Africa initiative is very much underway.
View ArticleUSAID and INGOs – Traveling a New Path Together
The landscape of international development, and the architecture of aid that has traditionally underpinned it, have shifted significantly over the last decade. In 2012, official development assistance...
View ArticleEnding Extreme Poverty with a New Model of Development
Working together, we can throw open the doors of development and engage millions of people in our mission to unlock a brighter future for all.
View ArticleThe Power of Scientific Research Investment in Africa
Earlier this month, the New York Times published an op-ed arguing persuasively that scientific and technological progress is the key to African development. We are pleased to say that this vision is...
View ArticleThe Power of Africa: A Picture is Worth a Thousand Watts
What does energy innovation look like? Just glimpse at the more than 60 snapshots submitted for the inaugural Power Africa photo contest to see how President Obama’s call to double access to power...
View ArticleThe Heart of Progress: Transformation in Africa
This week, President Obama travels to Africa to see how U.S. development efforts have helped transform communities. USAID helped deliver this change, but our results aren’t just numbers. The people...
View ArticleSolar Lamps Shed Light in Rural Communities
President Obama’s Power Africa initiative aims to help private sector partners realize their potential in scaling affordable energy access to remote communities who live beyond the grid--a key...
View ArticleEquipping Africa to Support Its Own Development
The global development community is coming together to make several big decisions on how to finance the Sustainable Development Goals. One way to do this is through domestic resource mobilization, or...
View ArticleQ&A: How Power Africa is Investing in a Brighter Planet
Through Power Africa, we’re working in partnership with other governments and the private sector to increase the number of people around the world with access to electricity.
View ArticleActing on Climate, Reducing Poverty, Powering Africa
As world leaders gather for COP 21, Power Africa and USAID are taking action on climate, and tackling extreme poverty, through investment in renewable energy projects that will improve life for millions.
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