Africa faces the world’s largest energy access gap, with around 600 million people still without electricity and another 800 million relying on unreliable power. Interconnected Minigrids (IMGs) offer a transformative solution by linking local renewable generation and storage with national grids to provide more reliable, affordable, and sustainable electricity. This report shares lessons from pioneering IMG projects in Nigeria, the Democratic Republic of Congo, and Zimbabwe, where IMGs have expanded connections, reduced diesel use, and strengthened local economies. It also identifies high-potential markets in Zambia, Madagascar, Ethiopia, and Comoros, outlining the enabling conditions and opportunities for governments, utilities, and investors to accelerate Africa’s energy transition.
