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How is Africa doing with solar power?

By some estimates, over 570 million people in sub-Saharan Africa have no access to electricity. But can renewable energies like solar power truly solve the problem?

Africa’s is the most sun-rich continent in the world – and yet, over 570 million people in sub-Saharan countries have no access to electricity. So, why aren’t these countries tapping into the potential of solar power? And what role can entrepreneurs play in solving energy shortages?

Host: Alan Kasujja (@Kasujja on Twitter)
Guests: Victor Koyier, analyst, Africa Solar Industry Association; Andrew Ssentongo, founder of GRS Commodities.

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