Tag: Energies
Despite load shedding, Guinea abandons the floating thermal power plant project
However, a floating thermal power plant had been announced by the government to support power supply. But according to information from RFI, this option was ultimately rejected. 1 min There…
Industrialists in the wind power sector are struggling to recruit staff
The industry lacks workers. A global problem, which is even more glaring in the renewable energy sector, where 30 million jobs will be available by 2030, according to the International…
In Mali, morgues overwhelmed after extreme heat coupled with numerous power cuts
According to several testimonies, there is an increase in the number of deaths in Bamako, the Malian capital. 3 mins People aged over 60 with chronic illnesses for the most…
sharp increase in electricity prices for certain consumers
The price of electricity will triple for the richest consumers, while the government seeks to replenish its coffers by all means, in the midst of an economic crisis. This sharp…
end of electric advertising panels in Lyon transport
It’s a small revolution that is underway in Lyon’s public transport. This April 1, digital advertising panels are disappearing from the walls of the metro. A choice made by the…
TotalÉnergies, a century-old company linked to Africa
The “French Petroleum Company” was founded on March 28, 1924. Renamed TotalEnergies in 2021, this oil supermajor is celebrating its 100th anniversary. A century of history partly linked to Africa.…
Consultation on energy policy: “it’s up to the government to take responsibility”
A “major consultation” with the support of the National Commission for Public Debate (CNDP) will be launched on France’s energy and climate strategy, Gabriel Attal announced on Friday March 15.…
dismissals at the head of state companies after energy incidents
Several dismissals were recorded within two Guinean state companies this Saturday, March 16. The general director of Electricity of Guinea (EDG), Laye Sekou Camara, but also his two deputies, Fodé…
anger of Conakry residents exasperated by power cuts
Since the end of 2023, power cuts have intensified, particularly in Conakry. Faced with these degraded living conditions, residents’ anger regularly flares up. This is what happened on Thursday March…
in Madagascar, the inhabitants of Tamatave demonstrate after yet another power cut
The inhabitants of Tamatave are plunged into darkness. For more than 24 hours, this eastern coastal city, Madagascar’s second city and economic capital, was completely without electricity. Tensions on the…