Take Action Now to Power Africa’s Future
Africa holds 60% of the world’s best solar resources, yet 600 million of its people lack access to electricity.
In partnership with the European Commission and the Republic of South Africa, Global Citizen is driving the “Scaling up Renewables in Africa” campaign, with the support of the International Energy Agency.
The campaign is calling for new public and private investments to accelerate renewable energy projects in Africa and address energy poverty.
The campaign will also contribute to the World Bank Group and the African Development Bank’s Mission 300.
What you can do
TAKE ACTION TO
Close the Energy Gap
Without reliable electricity, opportunities for education, healthcare, and entrepreneurship are limited. Expanding renewable energy access will power communities, while safeguarding our planet’s future.
TAKE ACTION TO
Invest in Renewables
Africa holds 60% of the world’s best solar resources, plus abundant wind, geothermal, and hydropower, but attracts only 2% of global renewable energy investment. We need to scale up renewable energy projects across the continent to bridge the energy divide.
TAKE ACTION TO
Mobilize Global Action
The majority of people living in extreme poverty are in sub-Saharan Africa. Governments, the private sector, and financial institutions must commit to bold investments and policies to accelerate Africa’s clean energy transition and lift millions out of poverty.
Events
NOVEMBER 2025
Global Citizen NOW: Johannesburg
MORE COMING SOON
Our Partners
Scaling up Renewables in Africa is in partnership with the European Commission, the Republic of South Africa, and with the policy support of the International Energy Agency.
