Women are central to Africa's energy story — as entrepreneurs, engineers and the primary managers of household energy — yet remain underrepresented in extractives and energy leadership. This desk documents that gap and the people closing it.
Equity at the core of
Africa's energy future.
Machinery is only one part of the capability required to build a hydrogen industry. Behind the electrolysers, storage systems and other equipment sit the…
Women breaking into boardrooms and technical roles.
Explore stories →Mainstreaming gender in energy planning.
Explore stories →Mining, energy minerals and women's rights.
Explore stories →Women-led energy businesses and distribution.
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As critical-mineral extraction accelerates, women's groups in mining regions are demanding a…
Women are increasingly the ones installing, maintaining and selling off-grid solar systems…
Utility-scale solar and wind projects are creating thousands of jobs — but…
Scalable solutions for healthier lives.
Powering businesses and livelihoods.
Driving the future of mobility.
Building local value and decent jobs.
Financing models moving capital to clean energy.
Resource efficiency and circular systems for clean industry.
Partnerships for a just transition.
