A Vision for Africa's Sustainable Energy Future: A Message to President Samia Suluhu Hassan on Innovation, Minerals, and Collaboration

[Meneja Wa Makampuni]

A Vision for Africa's Sustainable Energy Future: A Message to President Samia Suluhu Hassan on Innovation, Minerals, and Collaboration

Your Excellency, President Dr. Samia Suluhu Hassan,

As we look to the energy systems of tomorrow, it is clear that diversification and innovation must be at the heart of our efforts. Expanding solar and wind energy capacities, along with the integration of these resources into national grids, is essential for harnessing Africa’s vast renewable energy potential. These national grids, if properly developed, have the power to deliver reliable, clean, and affordable energy to remote and underserved regions, which is crucial for empowering communities, improving livelihoods, and driving sustainable economic growth across the continent.

Furthermore, the advancement of electric vehicles (EVs) and the establishment of robust EV infrastructure will be central to reducing carbon emissions in Africa’s rapidly growing cities. To support the transition to electric mobility, substantial investments in the extraction of battery minerals, as well as cutting-edge energy storage technologies, are necessary. Africa is uniquely positioned to contribute to the global electric vehicle industry, given its abundance of key minerals such as cobalt, lithium, and nickel, which are essential for EV production. By focusing on the extraction, processing, and refinement of these minerals, Africa can not only meet its own energy and mobility needs but also play a pivotal role in the global shift toward electric vehicles. This will drive job creation, bolster economies, and provide Africa with significant opportunities for sustainable economic growth, ensuring that the continent becomes a key player in the global EV supply chain.

It is also vital to focus on research and development into next-generation storage solutions, including advanced lithium-ion batteries and emerging solid-state technologies, to ensure that renewable energy is stored safely and efficiently for continuous use.

In addition to these efforts, exploring the potential of hydrogen as a clean fuel is an exciting opportunity for Africa to become a global leader in green hydrogen production. By leveraging renewable energy sources, Africa can produce hydrogen fuel that can be used in transportation, heavy industries, and beyond. This could open new markets for African energy exports while aligning with global decarbonization efforts and offering the continent significant economic growth prospects.

A key area that requires urgent attention is clean cooking solutions. Across Africa, millions of households still rely on traditional biomass fuels such as firewood and charcoal, which contribute to deforestation, air pollution, and health issues. The widespread adoption of clean cooking technologies, particularly LPG (Liquefied Petroleum Gas) Pay-as-You-Go systems, offers an affordable, sustainable alternative to these harmful practices. The Pay-as-You-Go model enables low-income households to access cleaner cooking fuel without the need for large upfront investments, making clean cooking accessible to millions. This not only improves the health and safety of households but also reduces the environmental impact of traditional cooking methods, contributing to Africa’s broader goals of achieving sustainable development and tackling climate change.

To drive these advancements, collaboration between governments, research institutions, the private sector, and civil society will be crucial. By working together, we can unlock the financing necessary to scale these technologies, ensure their inclusivity, and accelerate their deployment across Africa. This will require a concerted effort to foster innovation, share knowledge, and create the policy frameworks that will support the transition to cleaner and more sustainable energy systems.

I wish you success in all your endeavors and in your efforts to bring development to our nation.

Warm regards,
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[Numbisa]

Duh aiseee

 

[Earthmover]

Maneno mazuri kwenye Makablasha na Mabango njoo kwenye VITENDO !!

Mkuu mpaka namba hapo lazima ule uteuzi kwenye hicho kitengo

 

[mubhwe geniesama]

Good article!
However, clean cooking energy technology that goes with Pay' - as-you- go, how is it affordable? Is it really affordable in the villages? 25,000/= for refilling the gas, isn't that easy to the majority of Tanzanians?
What should be the solution?

 

[Meneja Wa Makampuni]

Good article!
However, clean cooking energy technology that goes with Pay' - as-you- go, how is it affordable? Is it really affordable in the villages? 25,000/= for refilling the gas, isn't that easy to the majority of Tanzanians?
What should be the solution?

Thank you for your thoughtful question! The Pay-as-you-go (PAYG) model for clean cooking energy provides a practical solution to the affordability challenge, particularly in rural areas. This model allows households to pay small amounts for gas as they use it, rather than making a large upfront payment. With a metered LPG cylinder, users can insert a payment card, which deducts amounts based on their consumption. This flexibility ensures that households only pay for the gas they use, making it much more manageable than paying 25,000 TZS all at once. Although 25,000 TZS may still seem high, the PAYG system makes it easier for families to cook as needed and pay in installments, thus providing access to clean energy without the heavy financial burden.

Through PAYG technology, users can make payments as low as 500 TZS or 1,000 TZS, similar to how people traditionally buy charcoal in small amounts. This flexibility enables households who can afford to buy charcoal to switch to LPG, making the transition to cleaner cooking more accessible. The goal is to provide an alternative for those who rely on charcoal and firewood, helping to reduce environmental impact and improve health outcomes associated with traditional cooking methods. For further improvement, solutions such as offering smaller cylinder sizes, government subsidies, or more affordable payment plans could make clean cooking energy even more accessible to the majority of Tanzanians.

 

[Meneja Wa Makampuni]

Maneno mazuri kwenye Makablasha na Mabango njoo kwenye VITENDO !!

Mkuu mpaka namba hapo lazima ule uteuzi kwenye hicho kitengo

Mbona wanatekeleza

 

[Daby]

Mbona wanatekeleza

Exichusi me madam....I need a job in there Whitehouse....I want us me and you to work together there.

 

[Smart911]

Ngoja tuone...


Cc: Mahondaw

 

[mubhwe geniesama]

Good, well elaborated !
what about the infrastructure sir for undertaking PAYG Model? Stastical data , if you don't mind In Kagera, Mara, Katavi and others?

 

[Cannabis]

Hao walioendelea walitumia kila aina ya energy sources kufika walipo halafu ndio wakaanza agenda ya "green energy" sisi bado hata hatujafika nusu ya walipo lakini tumeshakubali kufuata mkumbo wa "green energy". Sijui kama tutafika tunakotaka kufika.

 

[KUTATABHETAKULE]

Good article!
However, clean cooking energy technology that goes with Pay' - as-you- go, how is it affordable? Is it really affordable in the villages? 25,000/= for refilling the gas, isn't that easy to the majority of Tanzanians?
What should be the solution?

They gave Mama Ntilies free gas cookers. When the gas finished they sold the cookers and resorted back to charcoal. It's expensive to refill the gas as compared to buying a bucket of charcoal. Unless something is done on this issue, their efforts to change to green energy will be doomed to disappointment.

 

[Meneja Wa Makampuni]

They gave Mama Ntilies free gas cookers. When the gas finished they sold the cookers and resorted back to charcoal. It's expensive to refill the gas as compared to buying a bucket of charcoal. Unless something is done on this issue, their efforts to change to green energy will be doomed to disappointment.

Through PAYG technology, users can make payments as low as 500 TZS or 1,000 TZS, similar to how people traditionally buy charcoal in small amounts. This flexibility enables households who can afford to buy charcoal to switch to LPG, making the transition to cleaner cooking more accessible. The goal is to provide an alternative for those who rely on charcoal and firewood, helping to reduce environmental impact and improve health outcomes associated with traditional cooking methods. For further improvement, solutions such as offering smaller cylinder sizes, government subsidies, or more affordable payment plans could make clean cooking energy even more accessible to the majority of Tanzanians.

 

[Meneja Wa Makampuni]

Good, well elaborated !
what about the infrastructure sir for undertaking PAYG Model? Stastical data , if you don't mind In Kagera, Mara, Katavi and others?

In terms of infrastructure for implementing the Pay-as-you-go (PAYG) LPG model, there is significant potential for starting a gas distribution company that can effectively address the clean cooking needs across regions such as Kagera, Mara, Katavi, and others. The approach would involve wholesaling LPG from established gas suppliers and purchasing smart meters along with smart cards for payment.

A key component of this strategy is setting up a dedicated technician team to handle the installation and maintenance of the system for customers. To ensure widespread adoption and minimize financial barriers, it is essential to provide customers with both a gas stove and gas cylinders for free. This will encourage participation and make the transition to clean cooking technology seamless.

Additionally, registering customers with NIDA and collecting their phone numbers will be crucial for effective communication and customer support. A formal contract should be signed to clearly outline the terms and conditions of the service, ensuring transparency and reliability for both parties.

This model not only offers an affordable, sustainable cooking solution but also has the potential to create jobs and stimulate local economies in the targeted regions. It aligns with our efforts to foster innovation and collaboration across sectors, promoting a cleaner, healthier, and more sustainable future for all.

 

[KUTATABHETAKULE]

Through PAYG technology, users can make payments as low as 500 TZS or 1,000 TZS, similar to how people traditionally buy charcoal in small amounts. This flexibility enables households who can afford to buy charcoal to switch to LPG, making the transition to cleaner cooking more accessible. The goal is to provide an alternative for those who rely on charcoal and firewood, helping to reduce environmental impact and improve health outcomes associated with traditional cooking methods. For further improvement, solutions such as offering smaller cylinder sizes, government subsidies, or more affordable payment plans could make clean cooking energy even more accessible to the majority of Tanzanians.

It seems to me that you are an expert on this issue. Thanks a lot for enlighting me on this. Let's hope our Government will follow your advice as presented above. Ciao!

 

[Mayor Quimby]

2025 Africa Energy Summit

The World Bank Group is partnering with the African Development Bank and other partners on Mission 300, an ambitious initiative to connect 300 million people to electricity in Sub-Saharan Africa by 2030

www.worldbank.org

Theme ya summit ni kujadili mbinu za kuwafikia na kuwapatia watu million 300 ndani ya bara nishati ya umeme majumbani mwao (nothing else).

Africa ina wastani wa watu 1.5 billion zaidi ya watu million 700 hawajawahi ona umeme maeneo yao.

Nchi zao maskini, huo mkutano unalengo kujadili mbinu za kufikia hao watu millioni 300 by 2030, sasa umo ndani kuna kuuza sera za kuvutia uwekezaji au kukopa kwa taasisi za serikali (ndio maana mawaziri wa fedha karibu nchi zote watakuwepo).

Kwa mantiki hiyo mijadala itakuwa kuongelea vyanzo na gharama zake, vipi wanataka reliable sources au renewable na hiyo miradi itafikia watu wangapi. Etc na quotas zao kila nchi kutokana na idadi ya raia ambayo hawajafikiwa na umeme na mipango ya kufikia huko including finance.

Sasa jiulize ulichoandika wewe kama ushauri na theme ya mkutano vina relationship gani kwa sehemu kubwa.

 

[Synthesizer]

A Vision for Africa's Sustainable Energy Future: A Message to President Samia Suluhu Hassan on Innovation, Minerals, and Collaboration

Your Excellency, President Samia Suluhu Hassan,

I would like to extend my heartfelt congratulations to you for hosting the Mission 300 Africa Energy Summit, a landmark event that underscores Africa’s critical role in shaping a sustainable and resilient energy future. This summit serves as an extraordinary platform to address some of the continent's most pressing energy challenges and to identify innovative, transformative solutions that will secure a cleaner, greener, and more prosperous future for Africa and the world at large.

As we look to the energy systems of tomorrow, it is clear that diversification and innovation must be at the heart of our efforts. Expanding solar and wind energy capacities, along with the integration of these resources into national grids, is essential for harnessing Africa’s vast renewable energy potential. These national grids, if properly developed, have the power to deliver reliable, clean, and affordable energy to remote and underserved regions, which is crucial for empowering communities, improving livelihoods, and driving sustainable economic growth across the continent.

Furthermore, the advancement of electric vehicles (EVs) and the establishment of robust EV infrastructure will be central to reducing carbon emissions in Africa’s rapidly growing cities. To support the transition to electric mobility, substantial investments in the extraction of battery minerals, as well as cutting-edge energy storage technologies, are necessary. Africa is uniquely positioned to contribute to the global electric vehicle industry, given its abundance of key minerals such as cobalt, lithium, and nickel, which are essential for EV production. By focusing on the extraction, processing, and refinement of these minerals, Africa can not only meet its own energy and mobility needs but also play a pivotal role in the global shift toward electric vehicles. This will drive job creation, bolster economies, and provide Africa with significant opportunities for sustainable economic growth, ensuring that the continent becomes a key player in the global EV supply chain.

It is also vital to focus on research and development into next-generation storage solutions, including advanced lithium-ion batteries and emerging solid-state technologies, to ensure that renewable energy is stored safely and efficiently for continuous use.

In addition to these efforts, exploring the potential of hydrogen as a clean fuel is an exciting opportunity for Africa to become a global leader in green hydrogen production. By leveraging renewable energy sources, Africa can produce hydrogen fuel that can be used in transportation, heavy industries, and beyond. This could open new markets for African energy exports while aligning with global decarbonization efforts and offering the continent significant economic growth prospects.

A key area that requires urgent attention is clean cooking solutions. Across Africa, millions of households still rely on traditional biomass fuels such as firewood and charcoal, which contribute to deforestation, air pollution, and health issues. The widespread adoption of clean cooking technologies, particularly LPG (Liquefied Petroleum Gas) Pay-as-You-Go systems, offers an affordable, sustainable alternative to these harmful practices. The Pay-as-You-Go model enables low-income households to access cleaner cooking fuel without the need for large upfront investments, making clean cooking accessible to millions. This not only improves the health and safety of households but also reduces the environmental impact of traditional cooking methods, contributing to Africa’s broader goals of achieving sustainable development and tackling climate change.

To drive these advancements, collaboration between governments, research institutions, the private sector, and civil society will be crucial. By working together, we can unlock the financing necessary to scale these technologies, ensure their inclusivity, and accelerate their deployment across Africa. This will require a concerted effort to foster innovation, share knowledge, and create the policy frameworks that will support the transition to cleaner and more sustainable energy systems.

As we come together at this summit to explore these critical opportunities, I once again congratulate you, Your Excellency, and all the distinguished guests and delegates. May this summit catalyze bold action and serve as a beacon of hope, guiding us toward a future where Africa is a global leader in sustainable energy solutions.

I wish everyone success in this historic endeavor.

Warm regards,
0687746471

Come back to reality and stop kidding yourself by talking as if Tanzania is among the technology pioneers rather than recipients of obsolete technologies. Research and development into next-generation storage solutions, including advanced lithium-ion batteries for which country, Tanzania? Are you kidding me? That is never going to happen - not when your leaders' qualifications are six-month diplomas in siasa za ujamaa na kujitegemea and fake master's degrees and PhDs! Top research topics for your leaders is how to cheat during general elections without being discovered. There you will get some eager ears.

 

[mubhwe geniesama]

Comeback to reality and stop kidding yourself by talking as if Tanzania is among the technology pioneers rather than recipients of obsolete technologies. Research and development into next-generation storage solutions, including advanced lithium-ion batteries for which country, Tanzania? Are you kidding me? That is never going to happen - not when your leaders' qualifications are six-month diplomas in siasa za ujamaa na kujitegemea and fake master's degrees and PhDs! Top research topics for your leaders is how to cheat during general elections without being discovered. There you will get some eager ears.

Should we continue resorting to charcoal and firewood? What is your suggestion mkuu?

 

[Synthesizer]

Should we continue resorting to charcoal and firewood? What is your suggestion mkuu?

Our use of charcoal and firewood is not a preferred option- not a matter of resorting to. Beggars cant be choosers, and when you are poor avoid emulating principles of the rich - utapasuka msamba!

You know what our problem is? We love talking big to show these countries we can talk like them. A speech like yours will get a lot of applause - but I see it as nonsense, not because I don't like EV technology, rather because I see it is not practical! Focus on economic empowerment of our poor people, the rest will follow automatically! My grandmother used koroboi for lighting, and, and my mother used a lantern. I use electricity. This gradual progress has been because of our different economic circumstances! Electricity was available during my grandmother's time. She could not afford the service. There are people out there that use koroboi, not as an option! You want to go and preach to them to switch to electricity because it is a better technology for them?