Africa Green Hydrogen Summit Kicks Off in Cape Town

The inaugural Africa Green Hydrogen Summit took place in Cape Town, South Africa. The summit, which convened African energy ministers, policymakers, investors, and research institutions, focused on the continent's burgeoning green hydrogen sector. The event highlighted the potential of green hydrogen to drive economic growth and create jobs. President Cyril Ramaphosa addressed the summit, emphasizing the opportunities presented by the Africa Green Hydrogen Alliance. He stated that the alliance aims to create between two and four million jobs by 2050. More than 52 large-scale hydrogen projects have already been announced across the continent. The summit's agenda included discussions on the development of green hydrogen projects, investment strategies, and policy frameworks. The alliance targets 30 to 60 tons of green hydrogen production by 2050. The summit underscored Africa's ambition to become a key player in the global green hydrogen market.