The Renewable Energy Leadership Conference will explore the dynamic evolution of Africa’s renewable energy landscape, with a special emphasis on Egypt’s ambitious energy transformation strategy. Under the guidance of the Ministry of Electricity and Renewable Energy, Egypt is targeting 42% of its electricity generation from renewable sources by 2030. As of early 2025, renewables make up approximately 11.5% of the national electricity mix, underscoring the significant steps still needed to achieve this target.
To fast-track this transition, Egypt has announced plans to add 12 gigawatts (GW) of renewable energy capacity by 2026, focusing heavily on wind and solar initiatives. The government has already secured $3.5 billion in investments for large-scale wind projects and aims to install 5.6 GW of solar energy in the coming years. In addition, four renewable energy projects totaling 3.9 GW are expected to be connected to the national grid by summer 2025.
Egypt is also positioning itself as a key player in the global green hydrogen market, aiming to secure a 5–8% share by 2040.
The conference will serve as a collaborative platform for policymakers, utility leaders, project developers, investors, and financiers to share insights, overcome implementation barriers, and forge strategic partnerships. Discussions will focus on innovative financing mechanisms, grid modernization, and strategies to improve the economic viability of large-scale power sector projects.
