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Thousands of jobs on the horizon with Africa’s green hydrogen wave
How is the workforce evolving as Africa awakens to a cleaner, greener future?
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Welcome to Green Jobs Rising! ✨ Happy Monday! Feeling those Monday blues? Don’t worry, we’ve got something exciting to lift your spirits! Today, we’re diving into Africa’s fast-growing clean energy sector, a field that’s not only transforming the continent but also creating exciting job opportunities.💡
We’ve also lined up some must-attend events where you can network, learn, and connect with industry experts. 🤝
Enjoy! 😃
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Morocco’s green hydrogen leap

Across Africa, the green hydrogen industry is gaining momentum, bringing billions in investment and thousands of job opportunities. With abundant sun, wind, and vast land resources, the continent is uniquely positioned to become a global leader in clean energy production. As countries push forward with ambitious renewable energy plans, green hydrogen is emerging as a major job creator, opening doors for engineers, technicians, and energy specialists across the region.
Morocco is at the forefront of this transformation. With the country setting aside 1 million hectares for green hydrogen development under the Morocco Offer, the industry is scaling up rapidly. Each of these new projects will receive 30,000 hectares, driving the production of green steel, green ammonia, and synthetic fuels, which are key to the clean energy revolution. As part of this, six new projects worth $32.5 billion have been approved across three southern regions.
Why does it matter? Here’s the best part: This surge in clean energy is expected to create 30,000 jobs in the rapidly growing sector. These new positions form part of Morocco’s broader strategy to generate 300,000 jobs across industries such as decarbonisation, electric mobility, and sustainable manufacturing. According to the government, job creation in the green hydrogen sector will account for around 10% of Morocco’s workforce needs.
Green hydrogen isn’t just an environmental game-changer: it’s an economic powerhouse. By leading Africa’s renewable energy transition, Morocco is building a future where clean energy powers careers, drives industrial growth and strengthens a sustainable economy.
Morocco's green hydrogen expansion could be your next big break if you're looking for opportunities in engineering, construction, manufacturing, or energy. Keep an eye out, this sector is only just getting started!
Upcoming events in the E-mobility sector
Staying ahead in the green industry means connecting with the right people, gaining fresh insights, and exploring new opportunities. Grow your network and gain knowledge on the sector with these upcoming e-mobility events:
Nairobi, Kenya | Conference & Expo | 3rd E-Mobility Stakeholders Conference and Expo | May 5–6, 2025 | Nurturing the Growth of E-Mobility in Kenya
South Africa | Industry Event | 2025 SA Auto Week (SAAW) | October 1–3, 2025 | Reimagining the Future, Together: Cultivating Inclusive Growth and Shared Prosperity
Virtual | Webinar | Africa E-Mobility Alliance’s Q&A | April 23, 2025 | Interactive session to engage with industry experts and explore Africa’s growing electric mobility sector
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