'What can we do?': Millions in African countries need power – Winnipeg Free Press
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Electricity shortage a serious drain on continent’s economic growth
South Africa's plan to move away from coal, however, is hampered by its pressing need to produce as much power as possible each day. The East African nation of Uganda for years has also grappled with power cuts despite massive investment in electricity generation.
The electricity shortages that plague many of Africa's 54 countries are a serious drain on the continent’s economic growth, energy experts warn.
From Zimbabwe, where many must work at night because it’s the only time there is power, to Nigeria where collapses of the grid are frequent, the reliable supply of electricity remains elusive across Africa.