Industry Focus: The future of gas-to-power projects in Africa

Natural gas is expected to play a central role in supporting Africa’s drive to achieve electricity connection for nearly 600 MM people without access to the grid, to reduce widespread reliance on coal for power generation, and to fast-track the continent’s slowed industrial expansion. Although more than 26 countries on the continent have significant natural gas potential, many of them do not have adequate access for end users. Additionally, frequent power outages and energy rationing have negatively impacted the economic performance of these countries. Some countries are using more coal to generate electricity, despite being signatories to the Paris Climate Change Agreement. However, other