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Global South Utilities (GSU) has acquired a 51% stake in 40Capital, a renewable energy company specializing in run-of-the-river hydro projects, primarily in Kyrgyzstan. This acquisition, signed during Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week 2026, marks GSU's entry into the Kyrgyz market and expands its presence across the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) following recent investments in Uzbekistan. 40Capital focuses on developing low-carbon electricity projects aimed at underserved communities, supporting Kyrgyzstan's energy security by utilizing its hydrological resources. GSU aims to leverage its experience in energy infrastructure development to enhance 40Capital's project portfolio while maintaining the existing management team for local partnerships and project execution.