Mission 300 Aims to Connect 300 Million Africans to Electricity by 2030

Aiming to connect 300 million Africans to electricity by 2030, the 'Mission 300' initiative will be launched at the inaugural Africa Heads of State Energy Summit in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, bringing together leaders and stakeholders in the energy sector. This unprecedented collaboration between the African Development Bank and the World Bank Group addresses the urgent need for energy access, with nearly 600 million Africans currently lacking electricity. The summit is expected to produce the Dar es Salaam Energy Declaration and the first set of National Energy Compacts, outlining commitments for energy sector reform. Meanwhile, the African Energy Chamber unveiled its annual list of Africa’s Top 40 Movers and Shakers, highlighting key leaders shaping the continent's energy future, including U.S. President Donald Trump, who may influence U.S.-Africa energy relations. Other notable figures include Mozambique’s and Ghana’s presidents, who are focusing on LNG projects and sustainable energy reforms. This convergence of initiatives underscores Africa’s potential for transformative progress in energy access and investment.