The United Kingdom is hosting a symposium aimed at advancing global research partnerships in clean energy, according to KBC. The meeting will focus on how such research collaborations can support energy access, economic growth and climate resilience. The event brings together stakeholders to explore ways international cooperation in clean energy research can contribute to sustainable development and address climate challenges.

Catalyst Fund has raised $30 million for its investment strategy focused on climate resilience in Africa, with new investors including the International Finance Corporation, Shell Foundation, and Trafigura Foundation. The fund aims to support early-stage startups that are developing solutions to climate-related challenges across the continent, reflecting a growing interest in adaptation technologies.

The UK has announced a UGX 1 trillion package aimed at improving infrastructure, energy, and agriculture in Uganda. This initiative marks a transition from traditional aid to investment, as stated by British officials. The announcement was made by Baroness Chapman, the UK’s minister for Africa and international development, during her two-day visit, which included a groundbreaking ceremony for new projects.

The World Bank and the African Development Bank (AfDB) have successfully connected over 50 million people to electricity through their Mission 300 initiative, which spans 40 African countries. This effort aims to accelerate electricity access across the continent.

Stakeholders in Nigeria's climate, energy, and development sectors are working to launch an 80 million clean cookstoves program. This initiative aims to reduce household air pollution, curb deforestation, expand access to clean energy, and create economic opportunities for millions of Nigerians. The program is being led by Greenplinth Africa Limited under the theme, "Clean Cooking Access."

A new pumped storage hydropower project in northern Morocco has received a USD 265 million investment from the World Bank Group. This initiative aims to provide reliable and affordable electricity, enhance the resilience of the national grid, and create job opportunities.