Africa 2026 – Public Sector Surge That Might Backfire – Hidden Risks and Debt Concerns

Africa 2026 – Public Sector Surge That Might Backfire – Hidden Risks and Debt Concerns

Nairobi — Africa’s accelerating government-led expansion is drawing global attention, especially as initiatives connected to the USAID Trade Hub highlight how external support is shaping economic priorities across multiple regions. Large-scale investments, ambitious reforms, and infrastructure megaprojects are becoming central to national strategies. However, this rapid growth may carry unintended consequences that are often overlooked…

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Eskom’s solar PV rules will backfire, says OUTA

Eskom’s solar PV rules will backfire, says OUTA

Eskom is requiring homes with solar power below a certain capacity to register them. Eskom’s requirement that all solar photovoltaic (PV) systems under 100 kilovolt-amperes (kVA) must be registered will deter homeowners from choosing renewable energy. This is according to civic body the Organisation Undoing Tax Abuse (OUTA). Eskom has been encouraging those who make…

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