Botswana challenged to boost energy while decarbonising

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Speaking power: Abou-Zeid has a vision for the continent’s energy PIC: NORWEGIAN AFRICAN BUSINESS ASSOCIATION

The recent move by the Government of Botswana to provide free electricity access to households across the country effective April 1, is commendable and should be supported at the implementation stage.

Word coming from Parliament recently indicates that this move is a step towards enhancing energy accessibility for all and removing financial barriers to access to electricity.

Furthermore, those who are not on the national grid will benefit from a comprehensive solar programme that aims to bridge the gap in energy access and provide sustainable energy solutions.

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