Solar boom counters power shortages in Niger

News24 | Solar boom counters power shortages in Niger

Solar energy is booming in Niger, one of the world's sunniest countries, with sales of increasingly cheap solar panels going up and new projects coming online.

Solar boom counters power shortages in Niger

Solar panels like the ones on the roof of Elhadj Abdou's house are an increasingly common sight in Niger's capital, which is often hit by power cuts.

Niamey, Apr 17 (Latin Press) The government of Niger confirmed the conduct of two military operations in the regions of Tillaberi and Tera, in the west of the country, where two so-called Islamist groups were put out of combat, met here today. The post Niger Army confirms new clashes with Islamist groups first appeared on News Prensa Latina.

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In Niger, the rise of solar energy in the face of the electricity shortage Admin FCE 16 Apr 2025 - 05:07 In the district of Lazaret in Niamey, Elhadj Abdou inspects the ten solar panels that adorn the roof of his house. A scene less and less rare in the capital of Niger where the inhabitants gradually turn to this energy in the face of power cuts. "Here, more power cuts and it's zero bill to pay: all solar energy walk," he rejoices.On the boulev…