India and Africa Focus on Renewable Energy and Grid Modernization at Strategic Partnership Meet

India and Africa discussed cooperation in renewable energy, grid modernization, and energy storage at the India-Africa Strategic Partnership Meet. Power Minister Manohar Lal emphasized the shared goal of achieving reliable and sustainable energy and highlighted the collaboration between Africa50 and Power Grid Corporation of India. The meeting reinforced the commitment to capacity building and investment-led collaboration, aiming for inclusive growth and technological transfer to support Africa's energy initiatives.

Published Mar 22, 2026

The India-Africa Strategic Partnership Meet held on March 21, 2026, in New Delhi focused on enhancing cooperation in renewable energy, grid modernization, and energy storage. Power Minister Manohar Lal stressed the importance of reliable and affordable energy for economic growth, citing collaborations like the Kenya transmission project.

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The meeting highlighted India's commitment to support Africa through initiatives such as the International Solar Alliance, aiming for sustainable and inclusive development. Participants emphasized the need for investment-led partnerships and technological transfer to empower communities and bridge energy access gaps. The discussions aimed at fostering a collaborative framework for long-term socio-economic transformation across both regions.