Over the past decade, the ECOWAS region has recorded a steady rise in Total Final Energy Consumption (TFEC), growing at an average annual rate of 3.85%, in line with the region’s economic expansion. In 2022, TFEC reached 129,871 ktoe, representing 23.5% of Africa’s total, with Nigeria accounting for 56.2% of regional consumption. Biomass remains dominant, constituting 60% of the energy mix, followed by petroleum products (33.1%) and electricity (5.5%).
A comprehensive compilation of energy information in a digital format
A detailed analysis of the energy flows in Africa including the production, consumption, and regional exchanges
A summary of major energy data and trends across Africa
This report is one of series reports that AFREC have been producing to shed light on the energy situation in Africa, using data collected by AFREC from AU member states. The reports aim to enhance understanding on specific fuels, their production processes, trade and use, while serving as a framework instrument to policy makers across all African countries.
The solar energy resources throughout Africa are very rich and highly available. The regions with the most abundant solar energy resources are the Sahara region, the Ethiopian Plateau and the South African Plateau.
Diagnostic Reports and Action Plan for the development National Energy Information System (NEIS) and Capacity Building Programme in 10 African Union (AU) Member states namely: Botswana, Algerie, Kenya, Namibia, Lesotho, Zimbabwe, Burkina Faso, Gabon, Congo Brazzaville and Nigeria
The Africa Energy Balance and Indicators is AFREC’s annual energy publication which features interpretation of data and statistics of energy performance from its member states, region and the continent.
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This Regional Savings Assessment report provides a summary of the benefits attained from improved energy efficiency and climate friendly lighting, cooling appliances and equipment for the Southern African Region. The assessment is available in English, Portuguese and French.
Africa is endowed with considerable oil and gas reserves and undeveloped resources that can assist the continent’s economic growth if they are strategically developed.
There is a need to clarify Africa’s position and develop strategies for future supply adequacy, considering current uncertainties about energy supply, the key drivers of future demand, policies of consumer countries (especially alternatives to oil and gas), and expected future global economic growth and technological developments.