Silent signals across Africa's green landscape

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Towards the end of 2025, we learnt something: the transition is not slowing down. In fact, it’s picking up momentum.

Today, we’ve taken time to list companies that have either announced expansion following new funding, or secured funding that, based on research and similar past moves, could lead to job creation.

Here we go:

• Roam secures $233K in crowdfunding. 

  Kenyan electric motorcycle startup Roam raised $233,600 from 250 investors through a Europe-based Crowd cube campaign launched in November. This funding forms part of a broader $2.34 million round ahead of the company’s upcoming Series B, adding to $1.5 million already secured through a parallel raise.
  Roam plans to scale production at its Nairobi manufacturing facility, expand operations into Eastern and Southern Africa, and grow its charging and servicing infrastructure to support a rapidly increasing customer base.
  This expansion signals potential growth in manufacturing and assembly roles, electrical and mechanical engineering, operations, supply chain management, after-sales service, and regional market expansion partnerships.

• IRSC signs 30-year PPA for 27MW solar power plant

  IRSC for Renewable Energy Solutions has signed a 30-year power purchase agreement to secure financing for the construction and operation of a 27-megawatt solar power plant, which will supply renewable electricity to El Nahda Industries Company at competitive rates.
  Under the agreement, IRSC’s subsidiary will oversee the full project lifecycle, including financing, engineering, procurement, construction, operation, and maintenance, while adhering to high environmental, occupational safety, and health standards.
  The long-term nature of this project is likely to create sustained green jobs across solar construction, electrical and civil engineering, plant operations and maintenance, environmental compliance, and health and safety management.

• Nigeria targets $2B climate fund to accelerate energy transition

  Nigeria is ramping up climate financing efforts through two major initiatives aimed at supporting the country’s energy transition. The Climate Investment Platform is working to mobilise $500 million for climate-resilient infrastructure, while the National Climate Change Fund is targeting a $2 billion capitalisation to finance projects that reduce emissions and strengthen climate resilience.
  These funds are expected to support renewable energy, low-carbon infrastructure, and climate adaptation projects across the country.
  The scale of this financing could unlock significant job creation in project development, renewable energy deployment, climate finance, monitoring and evaluation, infrastructure delivery, and sustainability-focused public and private sector roles.

• Serengeti Energy secures $26M for 32MWp solar project in Zambia

  Independent power producer Serengeti Energy has secured $26 million in financing and achieved financial close for its 32MWp Ilute Solar PV project in Zambia, clearing the way for construction to begin in January 2026.
  China Power Engineering Consulting Company has been appointed to deliver engineering, procurement, and construction services, while the project will supply electricity to the Southern African Power Pool through a power purchase agreement with GreenCo Power Services. 

  This project is likely to create jobs in solar construction, engineering, grid integration, power trading, and long-term plant operations, while also strengthening regional electricity markets in Southern Africa.

• Sun King raises $40M to accelerate off-grid solar expansion

  Off-grid solar company Sun King has secured $40 million in equity financing from sustainable investment platform Lightrock to accelerate its expansion across Africa and Asia.
  The company plans to scale its retail and field operations significantly, growing its physical shop network from 470 to 1,650 locations and expanding its agent workforce to approximately 90,000 across Africa.
  This expansion is expected to drive green job creation across sales, distribution, field operations, customer support, logistics, technical servicing, and community-based employment models in underserved regions.

• Africa GoGreen fund receives $32M to scale climate-friendly solutions

  The Africa GoGreen Fund has received $32 million in funding from German development finance institution DEG to support the scaling of energy-efficient and climate-friendly solutions across Africa.
  The fund focuses on investing in small and medium-sized enterprises working in clean cooking, energy efficiency, low-carbon technologies, and climate-resilient business models.
  As these SMEs scale, the funding is expected to support job growth in operations, project delivery, sustainability management, technical implementation, and local green value chains.

• Kemet Industries signs $700M energy manufacturing deals in Egypt

  Egyptian industrial manufacturer Kemet Industries has signed agreements worth $700 million with two Chinese firms to establish battery storage and solar cell manufacturing facilities in Egypt.
  The project aims to localise battery cell production using Cornex’s technology, with an annual battery production capacity of 5,000 megawatt-hours and solar cell manufacturing capacity of 5 gigawatts, spread across a 280,000-square-metre facility.
  This investment is expected to create green industrial jobs in manufacturing, electrical and materials engineering, plant operations, quality control, and skills development, while strengthening Africa’s clean energy manufacturing capacity.

• Zimbabwe’s Marondera 150MW solar project attracts $160M UK investment

  Zimbabwe’s proposed 150MW Marondera Solar Power Project has received a major boost following a partnership between local firm De-Green Rhino Energy and UK-based energy company Green Power, which has committed $160 million to the project.
  The solar plant will be connected to the national grid, with the Zimbabwe Electricity Transmission and Distribution Company acting as the off-taker.
  Beyond increasing electricity supply, the project is expected to create direct and indirect employment opportunities, support infrastructure development, and generate demand for construction, technical, and long-term operational roles within the green energy sector.

While we keep an eye on companies quietly expanding, here are some exciting opportunities in the circular economy that are already open. Click below to explore and apply for the role that best fits your skills and goals.