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Power/Trade Africa

Workers survey a biomass site in Kenya.

Introduction: Power Africa 2.0—An Even Brighter Future

Lighting up the nighttime skies of Africa: how governments and the private sector are banding together to bring electricity to millions.

A local welder fabricates the photovoltaic array structure designed by GVE Projects.

Prizes Powering Off-Grid Solutions in Power Africa Countries

Kenyan women discuss the S300 mobile charging solar lantern.

Solar Firm Says Power Africa Is Putting a Spotlight on Energy Access

Steve Wasira, left, visits Off Grid Electric, a partner of the Power Africa sub-initiative, Beyond the Grid.

My Personal Journey Working on Power Africa

Sakhis promote clean energy products through weekly market stalls.

Empowering Women Through Clean Energy Stretches From India to Africa

A BioCarbon Partners Trust staff member, right, explains the charcoal production process and improved kiln technology.

‘Charpreneurs’ Cut Down on Deforestation in Zambia

Masai fabrics are hand cut in preparation for custom-made Doreen Mashika handbags.

African Tradition Meets American Fashion—Anthropologie Launches East African Collection

Video: How Do You Learn in the Dark?

How Do You Learn in the Dark?

Video: How Do You Save a Life in the Dark?

How Do You Save a Life in the Dark?

At school, we found that students often learn in dark classrooms and struggle to read their books.

Photostory: A Day In The Dark