Electrical Power in Africa

Electricity in Africa is an interesting topic that can have a huge impact on those folks living in Africa. With approximately 1 billion people, Africa accounts for over a sixth of the world's population. Given the extent of this population, it is of not that Africa only generates 4% of the world's electricity. However, Africa's electricity consumption is predicted to grow at a rate of 3.4 % per/year until the year 2020. Now interesting issues around this development arise. Issues like: black empowerment,electrification of rural and peri-urban areas, electricity theft, and free electricity for the poor. These are issues that must be faced.

Power and Electricity in Africa for 2009-2010

Powering up Africa with Electricity is of utmost importance for this nation. Africa's largest and most comprehensive power and electricity event was in 2009 and 2010. The African event returns as Africa's largest power conference and exhibition, addressing strategic investment and development for utilities, government, and the role of investors and developers. Join us and listen to from keynotes speakers. In 2010, the event brings you 5 energy profile examples, answers from across the world and a CEO filled with passion to make it happen. Power & Electricity World Africa is the place where the ability players and electricity business meet, it's where remedies are found and learning is done.