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African nations set to light up the homes of 300 million people by 2030

Heliostats (mirrors) at the KHI thermal solar plant in Upington, South Africa, produce electricity even when the sun is down. AFP - EMMANUEL CROSET

Several African nations have committed to open up their electricity sectors to attract investors and light up the homes of 300 million people currently lacking power over the next six years. "Mission 300" is driving the agenda at a two-day energy summit in Tanzania.

Nearly 600 million Africans live without access to electricity – higher than any other continent.

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