Lower generation costs can benefit African businesses only if electricity reaches them reliably and affordably. Investment in connections, workable contracts and financially sound utilities will determine how much customers save.
Under the EU's carbon-border rules, African exporters may lose margin if they cannot verify their production emissions. The cost of missing evidence can matter even when production itself is competitive.
Lower generation costs can benefit African businesses only if electricity reaches them reliably and affordably. Investment in connections, workable contracts and financially sound utilities will determine how much customers save.
Construction extortion in South Africa can stop work, force supplier changes and increase borrowing costs. Employers need to address these risks in procurement and project finance as well as site security.